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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).

After weeks of waiting, the Bruins finally signed Tyler Johnson to a 1-year, $775,000 contract on Monday evening.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

The Boston Bruins have signed center Tyler Johnson to a prorated one-year, $775,000 contract, according to Daily Faceoff insider Frank Seravalli. Johnson was an unrestricted free agent this summer after the conclusion of his seven-year contract with a $5 million cap hit.