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”
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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”
Bruins Give Don Sweeney a Vote of Confidence With a 2-Year Contract Extension
Some fans may have been caught off guard today when the Bruins revealed a two-year contract extension for General Manager Don Sweeney. However, to this blogger, it was only a matter of time. President Cam Neely, known for his heartfelt and emotional approach, stopped short of offering a strong endorsement for Sweeney during the end-of-seasonContinue reading “Bruins Give Don Sweeney a Vote of Confidence With a 2-Year Contract Extension”
Boston Bruins Sign Goaltender Simon Zajicek
Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney announced on Monday May 19 that the team has signed goaltender Simon Zajicek to a one-year entry level contract with a cap hit of $872,500. All entry level contracts are two-way contracts. Zajicek played last season with HC Litvinov in the Czech League, appearing in 29 games and finishingContinue reading “Boston Bruins Sign Goaltender Simon Zajicek”
Panthers Win; Bruins Gain a First Round Pick – Almost
When the Boston Bruins sent Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers, the trade sparked a wave of disappointment, frustration, and even disbelief among fans—especially given that the deal did not include a first-round pick. Seeing their former captain head to the Sunshine State in pursuit of a second Stanley Cup only intensified the emotions surroundingContinue reading “Panthers Win; Bruins Gain a First Round Pick – Almost”
What About Those Swayman Trade Rumors?
Jeremy Swayman’s name has been swirling in trade rumors lately, but are these discussions truly warranted? While speculation is natural in the NHL, the idea that the Boston Bruins are actively looking to move their young goaltender seems premature. Let’s break down why the Bruins are unlikely to trade Swayman anytime soon. 1. The Bruins’Continue reading “What About Those Swayman Trade Rumors?”
Let the Retool Begin
The Boston Bruins endured a season that will likely be remembered for all the wrong reasons by ownership, management, players, and fans alike. Several factors contributed to the team’s struggles: the Jeremy Swayman contract dispute, a lack of preparation among players and coaches heading into training camp, a midseason coaching change, injuries to key defensemen,Continue reading “Let the Retool Begin”
Has Lysell’s Time Finally Arrived?
Fabian Lysell, a highly acclaimed prospect within the Boston Bruins organization, has drawn considerable attention following his recent call-up to the NHL. Drafted in the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft, Lysell has consistently been regarded as one of the team’s most promising prospects. His long-anticipated arrival in the NHL has been eagerly awaitedContinue reading “Has Lysell’s Time Finally Arrived?”
Bruins Sign Dalton Bancroft
The Boston Bruins have announced that they have signed winger Dalton Bancroft of Cornell University to a one year contract with an AAV of $950,000, the maximum allowed under the CBA. Bancroft will report to Providence on an ATO for the remainder of this season. Bancroft was on my list of players I had hopedContinue reading “Bruins Sign Dalton Bancroft”
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