Liam Pettersson – Vaxjo Lakers – U20 Nationell Vaxjo defeated Vasteras IK 5-2 on Saturday and moved to within one point of the top-8, the U20 Nationell run to the playoffs. Pettersson did not factor in the scoring. On Sunday, Vaxjo defeated Sodertalje 3-2. Pettersson did not register a point. He was a plus-1 andContinue reading “Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: November 30, 2025”
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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”
Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: November 2, 2025
Liam Pettersson – Vaxjo Lakers – U20 Nationell Pettersson missed both Vaxjo games last week. The U20 Nationell is off until November 12. Vashek Blanar – HV71 – U20 Nationell Vashek Blanar turned in a standout performance Friday with a goal and 2 assists, but it wasn’t enough to lift HV71 past Rogle BK inContinue reading “Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: November 2, 2025”
Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: October 12, 2025
Liam Pettersson – Vaxjo Lakers – J20 Nationell Pettersson missed his sixth consecutive game in Vaxjo’s 4-2 win over Frolunda on Saturday. Vashek Blanar – HV71 – J20 Nationell HV71 dropped a 4–2 decision to Farjestad BK on Saturday. Blanar, skating on the top defensive pair, was held without a point and finished minus-1 whileContinue reading “Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: October 12, 2025”
Frederic Brunet: Future NHL Defenseman
In the abbreviated 2020–21 campaign, I caught a few games featuring Frederic Brunet with the Rimouski Oceanic in the QMJHL. It marked his initial year of eligibility for the NHL Entry Draft. However, Brunet went undrafted and would re-enter the draft for 2022. I caught several more of his games during the 2021–22 season andContinue reading “Frederic Brunet: Future NHL Defenseman”
Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: September 28, 2025
Liam Pettersson – Vaxjo Lakers – J20 Nationell Vaxjo defeated Linkoping HC 4-1 on Tuesday and they did it without Pettersson who missed his second game. Pettersson missed his third consecutive game on Saturday as Vaxjo faced off against Frolunda HC and fell 6-2. With a record of 2-3-1, Vaxjo needs him in the lineup.Continue reading “Boston Bruins Monday Morning Prospect Update Week Ending: September 28, 2025”
The Upcoming Providence Bruins Season Has as Many Questions as the Big Club
It’s a debate that’s lingered for years: is the AHL a proving ground for prospects or a business built around winning? The truth, whether fans embrace it or not, lies somewhere in between. Development and results aren’t mutually exclusive—they’re two sides of the same coin. Fans will passionately debate—often deep into the night—whether Providence shouldContinue reading “The Upcoming Providence Bruins Season Has as Many Questions as the Big Club”
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”
Mailbag With Dom: July 14, 2025
We’re deep into the dog days of summer, and Bruins fans have plenty on their minds—what the team did, what they didn’t do, and what lies ahead before training camp kicks off. So, I opened the floor to your questions and responded with my take. Of course, some answers will have to wait until campContinue reading “Mailbag With Dom: July 14, 2025”
Boston Bruins End of Season Prospect Report: Part Three
This is the part some have you been waiting for: My Rankings. To be eligible for the list, a player must have been drafted by the Bruins, signed as a free agent, or acquired via trade. While they don’t need to be on an NHL contract, those on AHL-only deals who weren’t originally drafted byContinue reading “Boston Bruins End of Season Prospect Report: Part Three”
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