From the opening of camp, management left no room for interpretation. The mandate was unmistakable, distilled into a single word: Playoffs. Even with marquee names sidelined—Charlie McAvoy, David Pastrnak, Viktor Arvidsson, Casey Mittelstadt among them—the Bruins remain firmly in the playoff chase. Beyond the Morgan Geekie surge, Jeremy Swayman has emerged as the other headlineContinue reading “Message to Sweeney, Sturm and Essensa: This Is Unsustainable”
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Two Draft Picks, Two NHL Talents, Two Different Directions, One Huge Question Mark
At the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins made a pair of early bets on offensive upside, selecting Fabian Lysell 21st overall in the first round and Brett Harrison 85th overall in the third. Both picks signaled a commitment to speed and/or skill as the organization looked to bolster its forward depth. At theContinue reading “Two Draft Picks, Two NHL Talents, Two Different Directions, One Huge Question Mark”
Summary Sunday: November 16, 2025
On this week’s episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, insider Elliotte Friedman reported that multiple teams are already expressing interest in forward David Kampf, whose contract was recently terminated by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Among the early suitors, Friedman identified the Vancouver Canucks and Pittsburgh Penguins as teams monitoring Kampf’s availability. I am told theContinue reading “Summary Sunday: November 16, 2025”
2025-26 Should Be a Season of Experiments for the Boston Bruins
Help is on the way, but don’t expect it overnight. James Hagens could make his debut as early as spring 2026, bringing a fresh spark to the lineup. Two additional first-round draft picks are slated to be selected in June 2026—assuming the Bruins make the smart move. Meanwhile, Fraser Minten and Matthew Poitras are projectedContinue reading “2025-26 Should Be a Season of Experiments for the Boston Bruins”
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”
What Should the Boston Bruins Do Moving Forward?
With the 4 Nations Tournament and the NHL trade deadline approaching, the Boston Bruins are in a challenging position. They hold a record of 25-20-6, and 4-1-1 in their last 6 games, placing them third in the Atlantic Division. However, the race is tighter than a Harry Sinden contract negotiation. The Tampa Bay Lightning, OttawaContinue reading “What Should the Boston Bruins Do Moving Forward?”
Sweeney Finds No Deals on Black Friday
Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney was unable to find any Black Friday Deals on the trade front. I on the other hand, found a new laptop on special and used my rewards to get it for $0. But that’s a story for another day. It’s no secret that there are plenty of GM’s aroundContinue reading “Sweeney Finds No Deals on Black Friday”
Montgomery Changes the Lineup, Bruins Respond with Best Game of the Season
Head Coach Jim Montgomery made adjustments to the Boston Bruins lineup, and the team delivered its strongest performance of the 2024-2025 NHL season so far. While it wasn’t flawless and there are still areas to improve, the changes had a positive impact. Riley Tufte and Max Jones entered the lineup in place of Justin BrazeauContinue reading “Montgomery Changes the Lineup, Bruins Respond with Best Game of the Season”
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”
Just How Streaky is Jake DeBrusk and What Will His Next Deal Look Like?
I have to begin by saying that I do not know what the definition of a streaky player is, nor could I find anyone who cared to even try and define it with some logic and sense anywhere. I am sure everyone has their own definition and as sure as the sky is blue, thereContinue reading “Just How Streaky is Jake DeBrusk and What Will His Next Deal Look Like?”
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