Legend Returns to the Boston - Bruins’ Bold Move

The Boston Bruins are in an interesting position, as they were huge sellers at the trade deadline, moving big names like Brad Marchand, Charlie Coyle, and Brandon Carlo. This season, they have a new head coach in Marco Sturm and brought in the likes of Michael Eyssmiont and Viktor Arvidsson in the offseason.

But ahead of the upcoming season, the Bruins are bringing back a familiar face, but in the front office.

On Thursday, the Bruins announced that they are bringing in former defenseman and team captain Zdeno Chara as Hockey Operations Advisor and Mentor. In this role, Chara will work alongside the players and coaching staff, with his focus on "building relationships and strengthening communication between players and coaches, attending practices and home games, and providing off-ice development support to defensemen,"

per the team's official statement.

“Having played alongside Zdeno, I know firsthand the leadership, work ethic and professionalism he brings every day,” said Sturm, via the team's statement. “We’re thrilled to have him back with the Bruins in this role, where his knowledge of the game will be a great resource for our players and staff.”

Zdeno Chara named Bruins hockey operations advisor and mentor for upcoming season

Besides working with Bruins players and coaches, he'll also visit the Providence Bruins in the AHL to speak with the prospects.

Having Chara, who was the face of the franchise for many years, return to the organization has to be welcoming news. Not to mention that he will be working on off-ice development of defensemen in this new role.

Chara joined the Bruins back in 2006 in free agency after starting off his career with the New York Islanders and Ottawa Senators. Chara immediately became team captain, became a consistent force on defense, and helped the team become consistent Stanley Cup contenders. In the 2008-09 season, Chara won the Norris Trophy for best defenseman after he notched 50 points (19 goals, 31 assists), a +23 plus/minus ratio, 166 hits, and 121 blocked shots in 80 games. In 2011, Chara helped lead the Bruins to their first Stanley Cup win since 1972 after defeated the Vancouver Canucks in seven games.

During his Bruins tenure, Chara recorded 148 goals, 333 assists, a +240 plus/minus, 1,809 hits, and 1,336 blocked shots in 14 seasons (1,023 games). Chara won the Norris Trophy, the Mark Messier Leadership Award, and made it to the All-Star Game five times.

After five years, Chara is back with the Bruins organization, where he will look to give his advice to the players and coaching staff.

Steelers' Defense Under Fire as Vikings Plan to Expose Pittsburgh’s Weaknesses

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hitting the international waters as they head to Dublin, Ireland, for Week 4 against the Minnesota Vikings. This game will be very interesting as the Vikings are turning to backup quarterback

Carson Wentz, who is coming off a massive 48-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers, sitting at 2-1 after a 21-14 victory over the New England Patriots
, are looking to make a statement on foreign soil. The big question, however, remains with Pittsburgh’s defense, which has yet to look like the dominant, suffocating unit fans are used to seeing. If the defense can’t find its footing, the Steelers could be in for a long day overseas.

Aaron Rodgers will also be under the spotlight in Dublin, as he searches for cleaner execution and more consistency out of the Steelers’ offense. While the future Hall of Famer has shown flashes of brilliance, the unit as a whole has struggled to finish drives and maintain rhythm. Against a Vikings defense that just rattled the Bengals, Rodgers and the Steelers' offensive line will need to step up. Establishing the run game early and

protecting Rodgers from pressure will be critical if Pittsburgh wants to avoid falling behind.

Adding fuel to the fire, Vikings safety Josh Metellus recently gave some insight into Minnesota’s strategy for this international clash. Speaking with

Chad Johnson and Shannon Sharpe on Nightcap Wednesday night, Metellus outlined what he believes are the keys to beating the Steelers.

"You think about a Mike Tomlin-coached [team], you think about a gritty, very physical, disciplined football team," Metellus said on the
Nightcap podcast. "You add that with Aaron Rodgers, 21-year vet, who's elite with his passing ability and his football IQ, it's gonna be hard for us to find a way for them to make mistakes. On our end, we can't make mistakes."

While his comments added intrigue to an already unique matchup, they also put more eyes on the Vikings’ approach heading into this historic game.

The Steelers now know what Minnesota thinks it must do to win, and with Head Coach

Mike Tomlin leading the charge, Pittsburgh may be able to use those remarks as extra motivation to prove doubters wrong in Dublin.

"That's gonna be a big key to the game, is executing and not giving them easy stuff, not missing assignments, missing blitzes, and messing up coverages," Metellus said. "Making sure everybody is in their spots and executing the game plan because those are two very experienced people you're going against. You can't afford to give them anything to keep them in the game because once that fourth quarter hits, that's when their superpowers start to show."

Metellus and the Vikings know the importance of not allowing Rodgers to get into a rhythm. This Minnesota defense has been elite to start the season, proving they have the ability to stifle opposing offenses.

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers Is Going To Be Challenged Mightily In Week 4

For Rodgers, that relentless pass rush and opportunistic secondary could create serious problems if his offensive line fails to give him the time he needs on Sunday morning. The Steelers' offensive line avoided giving up any sacks in Week 3 against the Patriots, though Rodgers still took some punishing hits that slowed the offense.

It’s important to make life easier on Rodgers by establishing balance, protecting the pocket, and staying disciplined as he faces this tough, aggressive Brian Flores defense that thrives on confusion and constant pressure. Some pundits believe this matchup could carry extra meaning for Rodgers, given that the Vikings showed little interest in him during the 2025 offseason.