Sweeney Continues to Get Business Completed Ahead of Free Agency

Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney is staying busy ahead of Tuesday’s noon kickoff for free agency, securing new deals for Henri Jokiharju, John Beecher, and Michael DiPietro as part of the team’s internal preparations. Jokiharju has inked a three-year deal worth $9 million, carrying a $3 million average annual value (AAV). That figure marksContinue reading “Sweeney Continues to Get Business Completed Ahead of Free Agency”

Bruins Sign Morgan Geekie to a 6-Year Extension

Late Sunday night, the Boston Bruins revealed they’ve inked a six-year contract extension with Morgan Geekie worth $33 million. The agreement comes with an average annual value (AAV) of $5.5 million. The deal breaks down as follows: Season Salary Signing Bonus Clauses 2025-2026 $5,250,000 $2,250,000 – 2026-2027 $6,500,000 $2,500,000 NTC 2027-2028 $6,500,000 $2,000,000 17 teamContinue reading “Bruins Sign Morgan Geekie to a 6-Year Extension”

Are the Bruins Inquiring About Isaac Howard?

A source close to the situation indicated that “nearly every team has checked in, except for maybe two or three.” When asked if the Bruins were among the exceptions, he declined to confirm specific names but noted, “they’re teams from the Western Conference. “For those not up to speed on the Howard situation: he wasContinue reading “Are the Bruins Inquiring About Isaac Howard?”

Bruins Sign Mason Lohrei to a Two-Year Contract Extension

Bruins Lock Down Mason Lohrei: A Two-Year Bet on Potential and Promise The Boston Bruins have made a decisive move in shaping their blue line for the future, signing 24-year-old defenseman Mason Lohrei to a two-year, $6.4 million contract extension. With an annual cap hit of $3.2 million, this bridge deal signals both a voteContinue reading “Bruins Sign Mason Lohrei to a Two-Year Contract Extension”

Boston Bruins Tap Steve Spott as Assistant Coach: A Strategic Move for a New Era

The Boston Bruins have made a significant addition to their coaching staff, hiring veteran bench boss Steve Spott as an assistant coach under newly appointed head coach Marco Sturm. For a franchise steeped in tradition and hungry to return to playoff prominence, this move signals a clear intent: to inject experience, structure, and special teams’Continue reading “Boston Bruins Tap Steve Spott as Assistant Coach: A Strategic Move for a New Era”

Bruins Acquire Victor Söderström from Blackhawks

Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney announced on Friday, June 13, that the team has acquired the rights to defenseman Victor Söderström from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Ryan Mast and a seventh-round pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft. By moving on from Mast, a sixth-round selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, theContinue reading “Bruins Acquire Victor Söderström from Blackhawks”

What Will Morgan Geekie’s Next Contract Look Like?

That’s a difficult one, and finding an answer is just as challenging. AFP analytics projects Geekie’s next contract to span four years with an average annual value of $6,588,631, a significant increase from his current two-year deal carrying an AAV of $2,000,000. The reality is, we’re venturing into uncharted territory. The NHL and NHLPA agreedContinue reading “What Will Morgan Geekie’s Next Contract Look Like?”

Who Should the Bruins Give Qualifying Offers To?

Teams have just over three weeks until June 30 to submit qualifying offers to their restricted free agents, ensuring they retain their rights. Those who don’t receive an offer will officially become unrestricted free agents on July 1. With the deadline approaching, it’s never too early to assess which players it impacts for the BostonContinue reading “Who Should the Bruins Give Qualifying Offers To?”

The Boston Bruins Welcome Marco Sturm as Head Coach: A New Era Begins

The Boston Bruins have officially named Marco Sturm as their 30th head coach, ushering in a new era for the franchise. Sturm, a former Bruins forward, returns to Boston with a wealth of coaching experience, having spent the last three seasons leading the Ontario Reign, the AHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. His hiringContinue reading “The Boston Bruins Welcome Marco Sturm as Head Coach: A New Era Begins”

Are Buyouts an Option for the Boston Bruins?

This is the season when speculation reaches a fever pitch. Yet, for NHL General Managers—including Don Sweeney—it remains just another strategic option in their arsenal. The buyout period starts on June 15 or 48 hours after the Stanley Cup Finals conclude, whichever comes later, and runs until June 30. If a team has a playerContinue reading “Are Buyouts an Option for the Boston Bruins?”