The Hockey News Big Show - Jeremy Swayman Contract The Boston Bruins have had a nice start to the 2024-25 season, and a big reason for it has been their depth guys. Cole Koepke, an under-the-radar signing [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins/latest-news/new-bruins-forward-could-be-big-surprise] this past off-season, is one Bruin thriving early this season. Koepke made his presence known in a big way in the Bruins' home opener against the Montreal Canadiens, as he scored the game-winning goal and had two assists in just 7:20 of ice time. However, besides giving the Bruins' fourth line [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/boston-bruins/latest-news/bruins-find-perfect-trio-in-new-line] some strong offense, his physicality and forechecking have also made him an excellent addition early on for Boston. Cole Koepke [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MjA5OTYzODIxNDI5Njk1OTUz/usatsi_24457860.jpg] Cole Koepke While speaking recently to reporters, Koepke made it abundantly clear that he is enjoying his time with the Bruins immensely. Here is what the new Bruins forward said on the matter [https://x.com/NHLBruins/status/1845499992771035217?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet]: "It's been awesome... I knew coming into this that Boston is huge for sports, and hockey is a big deal out here, and it's a team with a great history... The arena, the atmosphere, and the fans are awesome." Cole Koepke [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MjA5ODQwNjg4NDc1NDE2MDE3/usatsi_24377494.jpg] Cole Koepke Based on Koepke's comments, it is very clear that he is appreciating his time with the Bruins significantly thus far. From here, it will be fun to see how well the 6-foot-1 forward performs for the Original Six club. So far, it is hard not to enjoy what we have been seeing. RECENT BRUINS NEWS
