Boston Bruins 2022 draft pick Cole Spicer told Matt Wellens of the Duluth New Tribune that he won’t be playing hockey “for the foreseeable future.” “I need to figure out some personal and mental stuff first.” Spicer added, “Right now, I need to take a step away and figure a couple things out.” He toldContinue reading “Bruins Prospect Cole Spicer Pauses Hockey Career”
Author Archives: Dominic Tiano
Wednesday Mailbag; Offseason Edition
We are in the dog days of summer when it comes to the National Hockey League, but there is still some work for general managers across the league, and things are no different for Don Sweeney. Obviously, the biggest piece is getting Goaltender Jeremy Swayman under contract. What better time to take your questions andContinue reading “Wednesday Mailbag; Offseason Edition”
Are the Bruins a Better Team After Free Agent Frenzy?
Now that the dust has settled on the 2024 NHL Free Agent Frenzy, it begs the question: Are the Boston Bruins better? Well, I want to share my thoughts and then let you be the judge. GOALTENDING Breaking up the top NHL duo of recent years is sure to result in a decline. The tradeContinue reading “Are the Bruins a Better Team After Free Agent Frenzy?”
Bruins Sign Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov
The Boston Bruins dipped into the free agent market relatively early by signing Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov. One year ago, we were glued to our computers or televisions as the cash strapped Bruins signed the likes of Morgan Geekie, James van Riemsdyk, Kevin Shattenkirk, Jesper Boqvist and Milan Lucic to name a few. WithContinue reading “Bruins Sign Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov”
Not Everyone Is Staying; Bruins Tender Qualifying Offers
The Boston Bruins announced today that they have extended qualifying offers to the following players: Jeremy Swayman, Michael Callahan, Marc McLaughlin, and Alec Regula. Curtis Hall, Jesper Boqvist and Joey Abate did not receive qualifying offers and will become unrestricted free agents on July 1 (except Abate). Kyle Keyser, Reilly Walsh, and Oskar Steen haveContinue reading “Not Everyone Is Staying; Bruins Tender Qualifying Offers”
Getting to Know Loke Johansson
With their final pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins again addressed a need on the blueline by selecting 6’3”, 214-pound defenceman Loke Johansson. Johansson, born in late 2005, is among the older first-time draft-eligible players in his draft class. Having observed him while following Casper Nassen and Kristian Kostadinski in theContinue reading “Getting to Know Loke Johansson”
Getting to Know Jonathan Morello
With the 154th pick the Bruins selected Jonathan Morello from the Ontario Junior Hockey League. For me, he was a top-100 player in the draft and the third best skater. Morello is a well-rounded player who excels in all areas of the game, particularly in his commitment to defensive duties. Positioned like a third defensemanContinue reading “Getting to Know Jonathan Morello”
Getting to Know Elliott Groenewold
It began with a trade. The Bruins sent the 122nd pick and Jakub Lauko to the Minnesota Wild for the 110th pick while also re-acquiring Vinni Lettieri. The Bruins addressed an organizational need and selected life-long Bruins fan, 6’2” defenceman Elliott Groenewold. Groenewold is a mature defensive defenceman at this point. He takes care ofContinue reading “Getting to Know Elliott Groenewold”
Getting to Know Dean Letourneau
With the 25th overall pick at the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins selected 6’7” center Dean Letourneau from St Andrew’s College. Letourneau is committed to Boston College for the 2024-2015 season and the Bruins will hold his rights until August 15, 2028. Season Team League GP G A PTS PIM 2021/22 Renfrew WolvesContinue reading “Getting to Know Dean Letourneau”
Boston Bruins 2024 Draft Preview
Entering draft week, the Boston Bruins had just three picks at the 2024 NHL Entry Draft: 122nd (round 4), 154th (round 5) and 186th (round 6). That is until the re-acquired their own first round pick back, 25th overall. It would be simplest for me just to skip this preview, but I have created oneContinue reading “Boston Bruins 2024 Draft Preview”
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