BREAKING Bruins Place David Backes On Waivers.

General manager Don�Sweeney has decided to place forward David Backes on waivers for the purpose of being assigned to Providence of the AHL.�

Backes has been in and out of the lineup and hasn't lived up to his contract since signing with the Bruins.�

He carries a $6million AAV through the 2020-21 season and it's unlikely he's claimed by another team.�

More to come.�