Zdeno Chara is back with the Bruins .

The former captain and Hall of Fame defenseman was named Boston’s hockey operations advisor and mentor.

“The Bruins organization is excited and proud to welcome back Zdeno,” Bruins general manager Don Sweeney said in a statement . “In his role as an advisor and mentor, Zdeno will share with our players and coaches his experience as a dedicated athlete, a respected leader and one of the NHL’s all-time greats.”

In Chara’s new role, he will work with players and staff to “advise the organization in keys areas.” According to the Bruins , other key responsibilities include “building relationships and strengthening communication between players and coaches.” He’ll also attend home games and provide off-ice developmental support to defensemen.

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