On March 7, Torey Krug played 22:18 in the Bruins’ 5-3 loss to Tampa. It was Krug’s 523rd game for the only organization he’s ever known.



It may be that there will not be a 524th.



“I really hope I did not play my last game as a Boston Bruin,” Krug said during a Tuesday video call. “It’s been a special place for me and my family to grow. My love for the game and playing for these fans has been very special to me.”



On Nov. 27, Charlie Coyle signed a six-year, $31.5 million extension. The 28-year-old Coyle is signed through 2026, giving him the most security of any current Bruin.



In comparison, Krug, who is also 28, will be out of contract once the season officially ends. It may have already unofficially concluded.



Neither the NHL nor the NHLPA can project how next year’s salary cap — to say nothing of future ceilings — will be affected by the ongoing financial ruin from the...