WILMINGTON — The Bruins recalled forward Jordan Caron Monday after sending him to Providence on Dec. 23.

In four games with Providence since the assignment, Caron picked up one assist in the AHL, and has one goal and five assists for six points over nine games for Providence this season. In 13 NHL games this season, Caron has one goal and two assists for three points.

Caron was on the ice for the start of the Bruins’ practice Monday at Ristuccia Arena, skating as an extra forward on the Merlot Line of Shawn Thornton, Gregory Campbell and Daniel Paille.