Swayman, the former University of Maine star, agrees to the deal two days before the regular season.

After Cam Neely’s comments about the negotiations – and Swayman’s agent calling Neely a liar – Brad Marchand says players remain focused knowing it’s ‘part of the business.’

Marchand practices for the first time since offseason surgeries, and tells prospects to take advantage of every opportunity.

After playing a full season paired with Brandon Carlo, Lindholm is hoping to expand his game on the offensive end.

The Boston goalie and management have dug in their heels, and many factors could impact when Swayman ends his holdout.

General Manager Don Sweeney remains ‘optimistic’ that a deal will get done before the Dec. 1 deadline for unsigned restricted free agents.

Swayman, a restricted free agent, is expected to be Boston’s top goaltender, but the sides have yet to reach a new deal.

Swayman, who has been working out with the team this summer, did not attend the team’s annual golf tournament Thursday.

Forwards Fabian Lysell, Georgii Merkulov, Riley Duran, Brandon Bussi begin rookie camp on Wednesday, looking to make a contribution on offense.

As Swayman looks to get a contract in the two weeks before training camp, a Plan B is emerging for Boston.