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Michael DeRosa·3d·Partner

2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers

According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, Boston Bruins forwards Vinni Lettieri and Patrick Brown have cleared waivers. The Bruins placed Lettieri and Brown on waivers on March 30. However, now that both players went unclaimed, they will be staying put with the Bruins organization. While Lettieri and Brown were placed on waivers, they both were at the Bruins' practice on March 31 before it was announced that they had cleared. As a result, this likely indicates that both players will remain on Boston's roster for the time being. Lettieri has played in 19 games this season with Boston, where he had two goals, three points, and a minus-8 rating. Brown, on the other hand, has one assist, 43 hits, and a minus-2 rating in 13 games for Boston this campaign. Recent Bruins News Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon?

Michael DeRosa·Mar 27, 2025·Partner

Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Boston Bruins goalie prospect Michael DiPietro is enjoying an excellent season down in the American Hockey League (AHL). In 38 appearances this season with Providence, he has a 23-8-6 record and is at the top of the AHL with a .928 save percentage and a 2.03 goals-against average. According to Daily Faceoff's Jeff Marek, the Bruins and DiPietro are having ongoing talks about a potential contract extension. In addition, Marek reported that the 2017 third-round pick would generate interest "from several teams" if he hits the market this summer. Due to his limited NHL experience, DiPietro is eligible to become a Group 6 unrestricted free agent this summer. Thus, if the Bruins do not come to terms with him on an extension, they have the potential to lose him for nothing this off-season. Given how well DiPietro has played, it is not surprising to hear that they are open to extending him beyond this season. This is especially so when noting that the Bruins' goaltending at the NHL level has struggled this season. DiPietro, 25, joined the Bruins organization during the 2022-23 season when he was acquired from the Vancouver Canucks. In three career NHL games, the Windsor, Ontario native has a 0-2-0 record, a 5.25 goals-against average, and a .771 save percentage. He has yet to make his debut with Boston, and his last appearance at the NHL level was with the Vancouver Canucks in 2021-22. Recent Bruins News Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed Bruins To Be Without Another Important Defender Boston Bruins Debut New Lines At Practice Charlie McAvoy Reflects On Bruins' Trade Deadline Fire Sale Boston Bruins' Morgan Geekie Nearing Big Milestone Boston Bruins Sign Forward Prospect To AHL Deal Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Hits Incredible Milestone Bruins' Jeremy Swayman Reveals Reason For Wanting Goalie Fight

Michael DeRosa·4d·Partner

Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team

The Boston Bruins acquired Will Zellers from the Colorado Avalanche earlier this month as a part of the Charlie Coyle trade. He is certainly a prospect who Bruins fans should feel optimistic about, as he has been dominating in the USHL this season with the Green Bay Gamblers. Now, due to his incredible play, Zellers has made some Gamblers history. During Green Bay's March 29 contest against the Dubuque Fighting Saints, the 18-year-old forward scored his 42nd goal of the season. With this, he has now set a franchise record with Green Bay for the most goals scored in a single season. Zellers did not stop there, either, as he also scored his 43rd goal of the season later on in the contest. With this, he now has 66 points in 47 games this campaign. In addition, he has posted eight goals and 11 points in his last eight contests. Nevertheless, Zellers continues to build on his incredible year, and setting this franchise record for Green Bay only further proves that. It will be intriguing to see how the rest of his year goes from here. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining In AHL Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·3d·Partner

Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence

The Boston Bruins have announced that forward Jeffrey Viel has been recalled from their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Providence Bruins. Viel, 28, has zero points, nine penalty minutes, 11 hits, and a minus-1 rating in four games this season with Boston. Overall, he has provided the Bruins with more physicality and toughness when called up. Now, he will look to give the Bruins more energy as they aim to snap their eight-game losing streak. Viel has been impactful down in the AHL with Providence this season, posting 12 goals, 34 points, 136 penalty minutes, and a plus-15 rating in 62 games. He has also been heating up down the stretch, posting four goals and eight points in his last eight contests with the AHL squad. It will be interesting to see how Viel performs during his latest call-up with the Bruins from here. In 53 career NHL games over four seasons split between the San Jose Sharks and Bruins, he has three goals, five points, 123 hits, and a minus-10 rating. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining In AHL Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·5d·Partner

Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining In AHL

Boston Bruins prospect Georgii Merkulov has once again had a strong season down in the AHL with the Providence Bruins. In 56 games, the 24-year-old forward has scored 14 goals and leads the team with 38 assists and 52 points. What's encouraging about Merkulov's play is that he is only staying hot as we continue to inch closer to the end of the season. Over his last seven games with Providence, the Bruins prospect has one goal and seven points. There is no question that Merkulov has good offensive upside, and he is only continuing to show this with his latest hot streak with Providence. With this, it is fair to wonder if he will get another shot with the NHL club before the season is over. With the Bruins losing seven straight games and their playoff hopes gone, there would be no harm in them calling him up at this stage. Merkukov has one assist and a minus-1 rating in six games this season with Boston. Given how well he is playing in Providence, it will be interesting to see if he gets another chance on Boston's roster before the end of the season from here. Recent Bruins News Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·6d·Partner

Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon?

The Boston Bruins have multiple pending free agents on their roster as we inch closer to the end of the 2024-25 season. Because of this, Bruins management has some decisions to make about who they will want to keep around beyond this season. One Bruin who can hit the market as an unrestricted free agent on July 1 is defenseman Parker Wotherspoon. The 27-year-old blueliner has continued to be a serviceable depth defenseman for the Bruins this campaign, posting one goal, six points, and 60 hits in 46 games thus far. Wotherspoon has offered the Bruins' blueline with versatility, as he can play both sides. In addition, he has been used on multiple different pairings throughout the year and has gotten penalty-kill time. With this, it is fair to wonder if the Bruins could look to extend Wotherspoon at an affordable price. While he is not the flashiest of defensemen, he could be worth keeping around as a bottom-pairing or seventh defender. Do you think the Bruins should extend Wotherspoon? Share your thoughts in the comments. Recent Bruins News Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed Bruins To Be Without Another Important Defender Boston Bruins Debut New Lines At Practice Charlie McAvoy Reflects On Bruins' Trade Deadline Fire Sale Boston Bruins' Morgan Geekie Nearing Big Milestone

Michael DeRosa·2d·Partner

Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep

The end of the 2024-25 season is almost here for the Boston Bruins. The Original Six club has just eight games remaining before they enter what will be a significant off-season. After blowing up their roster at the trade deadline, the Bruins will have more decisions to make this summer. They will have a good amount of money to work with this off-season, and time will tell how they plan to use it. When it comes to the Bruins' pending free agents, we could see some of them let go due to how poorly this campaign has gone. However, the Original Six club has one clear pending restricted free agent they must keep around - Morgan Geekie. Geekie, 26, has been one of the Bruins' rare bright spots this season. In 69 games, the 6-foot-3 forward has set new career highs with 27 goals and 42 points. This is after he had a very slow start to the season, posting just four points in his first 18 games. Geekie has thrived since his cold start to the campaign and has notably formed excellent chemistry with superstar David Pastrnak. He is showing no signs of slowing down as this season continues, too, as evidenced by his five goals and seven points in his last six contests. With all of this, it would be wise for the Bruins to keep Geekie around as they look to become a competitive hockey club again. It will be interesting to see if they do just that from here. Recent Bruins News 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon?

Michael DeRosa·5d·Partner

Bruins Legend Brad Marchand Comes Up Big In Panthers Debut

Boston Bruins legend Brad Marchand made his Florida Panthers debut in their March 28 contest against the Utah Hockey Club. The former Bruins captain suffered an injury in his final game with the Bruins on March 1 and was forced to be sidelined until now. Marchand certainly made a massive impact in his first game as a Panther. During overtime, Marchand recorded the primary assist on Bruins villain Sam Bennett's game-winning goal. No, you're not having a bad dream, Bruins fans. Marchand demonstrated his excellent playmaking skills on the play, as he made a perfect pass in front to Bennett. From there, Bennett beat Utah goalie Karel Vejmelka with a sweet backhander. This was certainly a great way for Marchand to make a first impression with the Panthers. The Bruins are undoubtedly going to miss him, as the 16-year veteran was still one of the team's best players before the trade. It will now be interesting to see how Marchand builds on his strong debut with the Panthers from here. Recent Bruins News Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed

Michael DeRosa·5d·Partner

Boston Bruins Updates: The Latest On Nikita Zadorov

Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov did not play during the club's March 26 contest against the Anaheim Ducks. This is because the left-shot defenseman left the team to return to Boston to deal with a family matter. The Bruins certainly struggled defensively without Zadorov in the lineup, as they lost by a 6-2 final score to the Ducks. However, it appears that No. 91 won't miss more time from here. Zadorov has returned to the team and was a participant at their March 28 practice. This is certainly good news for the Bruins, especially when noting that the Bruins end their road trip on March 29 against the Detroit Red Wings. While speaking to reporters, Bruins interim head coach Joe Sacco noted that it was good for the team that Zadorov returned to practice. "It's good to have Z back with the group again," Sacco said. "Skated today and was able to get a practice in before tomorrow. We need him back in there." Now that Zadorov is back for the Bruins, he will aim to help the team snap their seven-game losing streak from here. In 72 games this season, he has four goals, 17 points, 135 penalty minutes, 183 hits, and a plus-14 rating. Recent Bruins News Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed Bruins To Be Without Another Important Defender Boston Bruins Debut New Lines At Practice Charlie McAvoy Reflects On Bruins' Trade Deadline Fire Sale

Michael DeRosa·Mar 27, 2025·Partner

Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety

NHL Player Safety has announced that Boston Bruins defenseman Michael Callahan has been fined $2,018.23 for cross-checking, which is the maximum allowable under the current CBA. The play occurred in the Bruins' March 26 contest against the Anaheim Ducks. During the matchup, Callahan landed a high cross-check on Ducks forward Jansen Harkins. Following it, the Bruins rookie was handed a four-minute double-minor for high-sticking. Later on in the contest, Callahan dropped the gloves with Harkins for his first career NHL fight. Callahan, 25, has appeared in his first 14 NHL games this season with the Bruins, where he has zero points, seven penalty minutes, 11 blocks, and a minus-4 rating. Down in the AHL with Providence this campaign, he has one goal, eight points, and a plus-4 rating in 43 games. Recent Bruins News Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed Bruins To Be Without Another Important Defender Boston Bruins Debut New Lines At Practice Charlie McAvoy Reflects On Bruins' Trade Deadline Fire Sale Boston Bruins' Morgan Geekie Nearing Big Milestone Boston Bruins Sign Forward Prospect To AHL Deal

Michael DeRosa·1d·Partner

David Pastrnak Continues To Shine As Bruins Fall

The Boston Bruins fell to the Washington Capitals by a 4-3 final score on April 1. With this, the Bruins extended their losing streak to nine games and now sport a 30-36-9 record on the season. While the Bruins are continuing to fall, superstar David Pastrnak is still doing his part to keep them in games. The 2014 first-round pick had another strong performance against the Capitals, scoring two goals on the night. Unfortunately, it was still not enough for the Bruins to get their first win since March 11. Both of Pastrnak's goals were also nice ones, too. For his first tally, No. 88 beat Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren with a perfectly placed one-timer. His second was also a beauty, as he showed great skill with the puck before beating Lindgren with a great wrist shot. After this impressive night, Pastrnak now has 37 goals and 88 points in 75 contests. While the Bruins have certainly disappointed big time this season, Pastrnak has still had a great year. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Sign Exciting Prospect To Entry-Level Deal Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team

RyanGagne·3d

Former Bruins Captain Marchand Joins Long List Of Team Leaders Dealt Away

One of the more shocking moments of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline occurred in the day’s final moments, when the Boston Bruins dealt away their captain, Brad Marchand, to divisional rivals the Florida Panthers. For Boston fans, it was the final knockout blow on a disappointing season, as they had to watch someone who bled black and gold for 16 seasons, the only remaining member of the team’s last Stanley Cup win in 2011, move for a conditional draft pick. After his long-time linemate and former captain, Patrice Bergeron hung up his skates following a first-round loss to the Panthers in 2022-23, Marchand ascended to the captaincy. However, in his first season (2023-24) with the “C,” the Bruins lost to the Panthers again, extending Boston’s latest streak of postseason miseries. But now, Marchand is on the other side of this rivalry and has a great chance of winning another championship in the spring, something all too familiar to Boston fans who watched Ray Bourque move to the Colorado Avalanche and ride off into the sunset with a Stanley Cup win in 2001. Interestingly, Marchand becomes the eighth Bruins captain to be dealt away either during his captaincy or in the offseason following the year they wore the “C” on their sweater. Moreover, except for Bergeron’s three-year run as Boston captain, Marchand becomes the fifth of the previous six captains dating back to Rick Middleton (1985-1987) not to finish their career in Boston. Who else is on this list? A couple of current and future Hall of Famers. Zdeno Chara (2006-2020) As the last Bruins captain to hoist the Stanley Cup, Zdeno Chara became captain when he signed as a free agent on July 1, 2006. After 14 years, Boston opted not to re-sign their 42-year-old captain, letting him walk in free agency, where he played one season with the Washington Capitals and then the New York Islanders. Chara scored four goals and 24 points in 127 games in his final two years. Joe Thornton (2002-2005) Joe Thornton is the 14th-highest scorer in NHL history and remains the only athlete in North American sports history to be traded in the season they would go on to win league MVP. After getting drafted first overall in 1997, Thornton became captain in 2002, and on Nov. 30, 2005, the Bruins dealt their leader to the San Jose Sharks. Later that season, Thornton would win the Art Ross Trophy with 125 points thanks to a league-high 96 assists while capturing the Hart Trophy. Seventeen years after departing the Bruins, he would finish his career with 430 goals, 1,109 assists, and 1,539 points in 1,714 games. Jason Allison (2000-2001) Jason Allison played five years in Boston, becoming a two-time 30-goal scorer and serving as captain during the 2000-01 season. Opting to go in a different direction during the 2001 offseason, the Bruins traded their captain to the Los Angeles Kings on Oct. 24, 2001, to bring back Glen Murray and Josef Stumpel. He would score 46 goals and 174 points after his departure, retiring from the NHL at 30. Ray Bourque (1985-2000) Bourque is arguably one of the top defensemen to ever play in the NHL. At 25, he became captain, sharing the duties with Middleton until the end of the 1987-88 season. He remained in his role until Mar. 6, 2000, when the Bruins traded him to the Avalanche. In June 2001, Bourque would help Colorado win the Stanley Cup, which eluded him during his time in Boston, one of the game’s greatest tragedies. However, when he hoisted the silver chalice, that moment became one of the game’s most memorable moments. Leo Boivin (1963-1966) Leo Boivin came to the Bruins from the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1955 and would play 12 seasons with the club, serving as captain for three years from 1963 to 1966. After 717 games, in which he scored 211 points, the future Hall of Famer was dealt on Feb. 16, 1966, to the Detroit Red Wings in a six-player deal. Boivin would play two years with the Red Wings, followed by two with the expansion Pittsburgh Penguins and then the Minnesota North Stars. Ed Sandford (1954-1955) Ed Sandford came to Boston as a 19-year-old and played eight years with the Bruins, scoring 94 goals and 230 points in 442 games. At 26, he became captain, serving as the club’s leader for a single season before an offseason deal on June 3, 1955, sent him to the Red Wings, which also brought Terry Sawchuk to Boston. Sanford would split his next season between Detroit and Chicago, retiring from the NHL following the 1955-56 season. Nels Stewart (1934-1935) Nels Stewart was the first two-time Hart Trophy winner in NHL history when he joined the Bruins in 1932-33. After two seasons, the club promoted him to captain, a role he served in for only 47 games during the 1934-35 campaign before an offseason deal on Sept. 28, 1935, sent him to the New York Americans for cash. He briefly returned to Boston for 11 games in 1936-37 but was dealt to the Americans again on Dec. 19, 1936. When Stewart retired in 1940, he held the league’s goal-scoring record with 324 goals, which Maurice Richard would eventually break in 1952. Honorable Mentions Historically, two players, Red Beattie and Don McKenney, were traded a year after serving as team captains. First, Beattie was Boston’s first non-Canadian-born captain, playing with the club for eight seasons from 1930 to 1938. He served as the team’s leader for the 1936-37 season and dealt to the Red Wings on Dec. 19, 1937. Meanwhile, McKenney wore the Spoked B from 1954 to 1963, serving as captain for two years in 1961 and 1962. After 41 games in 1962-63, the Bruins dealt him to the New York Rangers. Eighteen days later, McKenney ended up with the Maple Leafs, where he’d win the Stanley Cup that spring.

Michael DeRosa·Mar 27, 2025·Partner

Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat

The 2024-25 season has been a disaster for the Boston Bruins, and it is only continuing to get worse as we get closer to the finish line. The Original Six club is currently sporting a seven-game losing streak, where they have been outscored 36-13 over that span. However, even with how terribly this season has gone for the Bruins, superstar forward David Pastrnak is continuing to dominate for the Original Six club. In 73 games this season, the 2014 first-round pick has 35 goals, 50 assists, and 85 points. This includes 22 goals and 48 points in 34 games since the start of the new year. Due to his impressive play, Pastrnak has joined elite company. No. 88 is now just the fifth player in Bruins history to score at least 35 goals in four straight seasons. The only other Bruins to achieve this feat are Phil Esposito (eight seasons), Rick Middleton (six seasons), Peter McNabb (six seasons), and Cam Neely (five seasons). Since he arrived in Boston, Pastrnak has been an incredibly impactful sniper. This latest outstanding stat only shows just how dominant Pasta has been. In 747 career games, the 28-year-old winger now has 383 goals, 429 assists, 812 points, and a plus-132 rating. Recent Bruins News Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks Former Bruin Brad Marchand's Possible Panthers Debut Date Revealed Bruins To Be Without Another Important Defender Boston Bruins Debut New Lines At Practice Charlie McAvoy Reflects On Bruins' Trade Deadline Fire Sale Boston Bruins' Morgan Geekie Nearing Big Milestone Boston Bruins Sign Forward Prospect To AHL Deal Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Hits Incredible Milestone

Michael DeRosa·2h·Partner

Bruins Coach Shares Lineup Changes For Canadiens Matchup

The Boston Bruins will be back on the ice to face the Montreal Canadiens on April 3. Their goal will be to snap their nine-game losing streak and secure their first win since March 11 against the Florida Panthers. After losing to the Washington Capitals by a 4-3 final score in their last matchup, the Bruins are switching up their forward group for their contest against Montreal. Bruins head coach Joe Sacco confirmed that Fabian Lysell will be back in the lineup after being scratched against Washington. In addition, Sacco said that forward Jeffrey Viel will be scratched for this contest. All eyes will be on Lysell with his return to the lineup, as the 2021 first-round pick is one of the Bruins' top prospects. The 22-year-old winger has appeared in five games for Boston this campaign, where he has zero points, two penalty minutes, and an even plus/minus rating. Down in the AHL with the Providence Bruins, he has 11 goals, 34 points, and a plus-11 rating in 51 games. Viel has also played in five games this season with Boston, posting zero points, 12 hits, 14 penalty minutes, and a minus-1 rating. He dressed in the Bruins' last matchup against the Capitals and notably dropped the gloves with defenseman Dylan McIlrath. It will now be interesting to see if these lineup changes help the Bruins secure a victory against the Habs from here. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Sign Interesting Forward Prospect David Pastrnak Continues To Shine As Bruins Fall Boston Bruins Sign Exciting Prospect To Entry-Level Deal Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat

Michael DeRosa·4d·Partner

2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers

The Boston Bruins have announced that forwards Patrick Brown and Vinni Lettieri have been placed on waivers. This comes after the Bruins extended their losing streak to eight games in their March 29 matchup against the Detroit Red Wings. Brown, 32, has one assist, 43 hits, and a minus-2 rating in 13 games this season for Boston. Down in the American Hockey League (AHL) as the Providence Bruins' captain this campaign, he has 16 goals and 44 points in 52 contests. Lettieri, on the other hand, has recorded two goals, one assist, and a minus-8 rating in 19 games this campaign for Boston. Like Brown, he has made a big impact when with Providence this season, posting 20 goals and 48 points in 46 games. With the Bruins placing two of their forwards on waivers, it will be fascinating to see if more roster moves are on the way for the Original Six club. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining In AHL Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·3d·Partner

Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat

It has been a year to forget for the Boston Bruins. After an off-season of spending, they have performed far below initial expectations and traded away multiple former core players because of it. The Bruins are also set to miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-16 season. However, even with how this season has gone for the Bruins, David Pastrnak has continued to thrive. In 74 games this season, the 2014 first-round pick has recorded 35 goals and 51 assists. Due to his strong play, he is inching closer to a big stat. Pastrnak only needs to record four more points to hit the 90-point mark for the third season in a row and fourth time in his career. When noting that not a single other Bruin has recorded 50 points this season, Pastrnak being this close to 90 points is incredibly impressive. He has continued to dominate offensively, even with minimal support. The Bruins have eight games left this season, so Pastrnak has a good shot of hitting 90 points before it is over if he stays healthy. It will be interesting to see if he can do just that from here. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining In AHL Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Bruins' David Pastrnak Joins Elite Company With Amazing Stat Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·3d·Partner

Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy has not played a game with the Original Six club since their Feb. 8 matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. This is because the Bruins star blueliner suffered a serious AC joint shoulder injury and infection during the 4 Nations Face-Off. McAvoy recently returned to practice on March 25 in a non-contact jersey. Now, he has taken another notable step forward in his injury recovery, as he was in a regular, full-contact jersey during the Bruins' March 31 practice. McAvoy being a full participant at practice is undoubtedly a significant step in the right direction. This shows that No. 73 is continuing to progress with his recovery, which is excellent news. However, this does not mean that McAvoy is returning to the Bruins' lineup immediately. While speaking to reporters, including WEEI's Scott McLaughlin, Bruins interim head coach Joe Sacco noted that a timeline for McAvoy getting back in the lineup has still not been determined. While McAvoy is not set to return to Boston's lineup just yet, it is clear that he is improving. Here's to hoping that 2016 first-round pick suffers no setbacks with his recovery from here. Recent Bruins News Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining Should The Boston Bruins Extend Parker Wotherspoon? Bruins Defenseman Fined By NHL Player Safety Report: Bruins & Promising Goalie Having Contract Extension Talks

Michael DeRosa·2d·Partner

Boston Bruins Sign Exciting Prospect To Entry-Level Deal

The Boston Bruins have announced that they have signed prospect Dans Locmelis to a three-year entry-level contract, which will kick in during the 2025-26 season. In addition, the Original Six club announced that Locmelis will join the Providence Bruins on an amateur tryout for the remainder of this campaign. Locmelis, 21, was selected by the Bruins with the 119th overall pick of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Following this, the 6-foot center spent each of the last two seasons with UMass-Amherst. Now, after signing this ELC, he is set to begin his professional career. Locmelis is coming off a strong season with UMass, setting new career highs with eight goals, 25 assists, and 33 points in 40 games. This was after he had seven goals and 14 points in 30 games with the school as a freshman in 2023-24. Locmelis is one of the Bruins' top prospects, so it is significant that they got him signed to this ELC. It will be intriguing to see how much of an impact he can make with the Bruins later down the road from here. Recent Bruins News Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Hit Waivers Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team Boston Bruins Prospects: Georgii Merkulov Shining

Michael DeRosa·7h·Partner

Bruins Looking To Snap Brutal Skid Against Canadiens

The Boston Bruins will face off against the Montreal Canadiens on April 3. It is always a treat when these two Original Six clubs play each other, as they are big-time rivals. The Bruins are entering this matchup in the middle of the worst stretch of their season. They have lost each of their last nine games and have a terrible 3-14-3 record in their previous 20 contests. Now, the Bruins will look to pick up a victory against the Habs and end their ugly skid from here. While the Bruins keep losing, they have shown some positive signs of potentially breaking through in recent games. They have lost each of their last two games by only one goal. This included a hard-fought 4-3 loss to the Eastern Conference-leading Washington Capitals last matchup. With the Canadiens currently being one of the top teams in the tight Eastern Conference wild card race, they will undoubtedly be entering this contest with plenty of energy. They have also won each of their last two games, so they have been trending in the right direction lately. Nevertheless, it will be intriguing to see if the Bruins can slow the Canadiens down and finally break their losing streak from here. Recent Bruins News David Pastrnak Continues To Shine As Bruins Fall Boston Bruins Sign Exciting Prospect To Entry-Level Deal Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team

Michael DeRosa·1d·Partner

Ex-Bruins Forward Jake DeBrusk Is Heating Up

Jake DeBrusk was one of several off-season departures for the Boston Bruins this past summer. After hitting the free-agent market, the 2015 first-round pick signed a seven-year, $38.5 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks. At this point of the season, the Canucks are desperately trying to sneak their way into the playoffs in the Western Conference. However, they need every win they can get from here, as they are seven points behind the Minnesota Wild for the final wild card spot with a game in hand. During this crucial part of the campaign for Vancouver, DeBrusk has been contributing. DeBrusk is currently sporting a five-game point streak for the Canucks, where he has one goal and four assists over that span. In addition, the former Bruin has posted eight points in his last 10 contests, so he has been heating up. During his time as a Bruin, DeBrusk was known for his hot streaks, and he is having one at an ideal time for the Canucks. It will be fascinating to see if he can keep this kind of play up for the Canucks from here. In 74 games this season with Vancouver, DeBrusk has 24 goals, 20 assists, 44 points, and a minus-14 rating. During his seven-year stint with Boston, he recorded 138 goals, 128 assists, 266 points, and a plus-51 rating. Recent Bruins News David Pastrnak Continues To Shine As Bruins Fall Boston Bruins Sign Exciting Prospect To Entry-Level Deal Bruins Have One Clear Pending Free Agent To Keep 2 Boston Bruins Forwards Clear Waivers Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Takes Big Step In Injury Recovery Boston Bruins Call Up Tough Guy From Providence Boston Bruins' David Pastrnak Nearing Impressive Stat Boston Bruins Prospects: Will Zellers Makes History With USHL Team