If you really want to punish yourself and look back at 2015, you can find that here. What constitutes a successful draft or a failing draft? The hockey community looks at NHL games played to determine success, although some choose to look at 100 games as successful while others look at 200 games. Fans inContinue reading “A Look Back at Don Sweeney’s Draft History: 2016”
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Bruins Sign 2022 Fifth Round Pick Frederic Brunet
There were concerns (among fans) this offseason on whether the Boston Bruins would sign Frederic Brunet to his entry level contract even though all the signs pointed to it happening. Today, it became a reality as the Bruins announced they’ve signed the defenceman to a 3-year ELC and an AAV of $860,000. The deal isContinue reading “Bruins Sign 2022 Fifth Round Pick Frederic Brunet”
Bruins Rookie Camp and Prospect Challenge Roster
The Boston Bruins announced their roster for the upcoming rookie camp and the upcoming Prospects Challenge in Buffalo. Joining the Bruins and Sabres in this year’s battle of the prospects are the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins. The Bruins schedule is: Friday, September 15 versus Pittsburgh at 3:30 pm; SaturdayContinue reading “Bruins Rookie Camp and Prospect Challenge Roster”
What Has Been Don Sweeney’s Best Draft?
When Don Sweeney took over as General Manager of the Boston Bruins on May 2015, he inherited a prospect pool that was lacking in depth and quality. It wasn’t just the on-ice product that was lacking. The scouting department needed a makeover as well. He moved forward with a plan to rectify both and itContinue reading “What Has Been Don Sweeney’s Best Draft?”
When is a Mailbag Not a Mailbag?
Well, when someone emails you a question and you feel it’s deserving of its own (lengthy) reply. Kiki D sent me this question for my next mailbag: Hi Dom, I’m sure that these are your least favorite type of questions to answer, but it’s incredibly useful to get a genuine scout’s perspective on the front officeContinue reading “When is a Mailbag Not a Mailbag?”