Category Archives: Entry Draft

Getting to Know Bruins Second Round Pick William Moore

Following their first-round selection of James Hagens at seventh overall on Friday, the Bruins turned their attention to rounds two through seven of the NHL Entry Draft on Saturday. With their first of two second-round picks, they chose William Moore from the NTDP. Two of the players I had earmarked for the 51st pick —Continue reading “Getting to Know Bruins Second Round Pick William Moore”

Getting to Know Bruins First Round Pick James Hagens

With their first-round pick, seventh overall, in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins selected James Hagens of Boston College. I had Hagens ranked as the third-best player in this draft, right behind Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa. That opinion has nothing to do with him landing with the Bruins—I’ve been firm on thisContinue reading “Getting to Know Bruins First Round Pick James Hagens”

Previewing the Bruins Third Through Sixth Round Draft Options

As we wrap up our draft preview series ahead of the NHL Entry Draft, this final piece shifts focus to potential targets for the Bruins in rounds three through six. Previously, we explored options in the first round, followed by a breakdown of second-round possibilities. You can find round one here and round two here.Continue reading “Previewing the Bruins Third Through Sixth Round Draft Options”

Previewing the Bruins Second Round Draft Options

Today, we will examine possible choices for the Boston Bruins in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft. If you missed round one options, you can find them here. The Bruins hold two selections in the second round, picking at 51st and 61st overall. Their original 37th pick was traded to the Washington CapitalsContinue reading “Previewing the Bruins Second Round Draft Options”

Previewing the Bruins First Round Draft Options

The Boston Bruins have seven picks for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and here is where they will be selecting: Round 1 (7th overall); Round 2 (51st and 61st overall); Round 3 (69th overall); Round 4 (100th overall); Round 5 (133rd overall); Round 6 (165th overall). Kicking off a three-part series on potential Bruins’ draftContinue reading “Previewing the Bruins First Round Draft Options”

Hockey Gods Were Not Kind to the Bruins

The Boston Bruins entered the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery with hopes of securing a top-five pick to bolster their prospect pool. Instead, they faced the worst possible outcome—dropping from the fifth spot to the seventh overall selection. The Bruins finished the 2024-25 season with the league’s fifth-worst record, giving them an 8.5% chance at landingContinue reading “Hockey Gods Were Not Kind to the Bruins”

London & Oshawa to be host cities for the 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge presented by Kubota Canada

TORONTO, ON — The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and its three Member Leagues are excited to announce the London Knights and the Oshawa Generals as the host clubs for the 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge presented by Kubota Canada, which will be a two-game series between the CHL and USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program (NTDP). This newContinue reading “London & Oshawa to be host cities for the 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge presented by Kubota Canada”

A Look at the Hlinka-Gretzky

Last summer, Boston Bruins fans showed limited interest in the Hlinka-Gretzky Tournament due to the team’s few draft picks. However, this time, the situation has improved slightly. It offers a valuable opportunity to observe the players eligible for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. The Hlinka-Gretzky Tournament marks the start of the scouting season, with NHLContinue reading “A Look at the Hlinka-Gretzky”

Getting to Know Kristian Kostadinski

With the 220th and their final pick at the 2023 National Hockey League Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins select from Frolunda Jr of the J20 Nationell (Sweden), defenceman Kristian Kostadinski. Some of the public rankings: NHLCS FC HOCKEY MCKEEN’S RED LINE EP UPSIDE SCOUTING 62 Europe 188 NR 145 – NR Dom – Hockey RatingsContinue reading “Getting to Know Kristian Kostadinski”