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The 34-year-old forward — who has skated with the Bruins despite his uncertain status — took part in Monday’s practice and could make his season debut Tuesday against the Maple Leafs.

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The Bruins get back in action Tuesday night in Toronto with some new, albeit veteran, blood in Tyler Johnson while the Maple Leafs will be without captain Auston Matthews (upper body, day-to-day).

Tyler Johnson is officially out of purgatory. The veteran forward, who has been with the Bruins on a professional tryout agreement now has an NHL contract and can finally play in games. He signed a one-year contract Monday with a cap hit of $775,000.

Tyler Johnson is officially in the mix for the Bruins after signing a one-year, $775,000 contract with the Original Six club.

Johnson, who has 431 career points and was brought to camp on pro tryout contract, inched closer to being signed Friday when the Bruins put Riley Tufte on waivers.

The Bruins have officially made a decision on the future of veteran forward Tyler Johnson, who joined Boston on a PTO in August.

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The Boston Bruins have signed forward Tyler Johnson to a contract that will pay him $775,000 for this season. Johnson, 34, appeared in 67 games with the Blackhawks last year, when he had 17 goals and 14 assists.

The Boston Bruins have officially signed former Chicago Blackhawks forward Tyler Johnson to their roster. Johnson, a seasoned veteran known for his versatility and playoff experience, is expected to bring depth and leadership to the Bruins.