Now that the dust has settled on the 2024 NHL Free Agent Frenzy, it begs the question: Are the Boston Bruins better? Well, I want to share my thoughts and then let you be the judge. GOALTENDING Breaking up the top NHL duo of recent years is sure to result in a decline. The tradeContinue reading “Are the Bruins a Better Team After Free Agent Frenzy?”
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Bruins Sign Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov
The Boston Bruins dipped into the free agent market relatively early by signing Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov. One year ago, we were glued to our computers or televisions as the cash strapped Bruins signed the likes of Morgan Geekie, James van Riemsdyk, Kevin Shattenkirk, Jesper Boqvist and Milan Lucic to name a few. WithContinue reading “Bruins Sign Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov”
A Look Back at Don Sweeney’s Draft History: 2015
The Bruins have little to look forward to in the upcoming 2024 NHL Entry Draft, as they only own three picks and don’t make their first selection until the fourth round. What do we do with our spare time? This is an opportune moment to examine the Boston Bruins’ draft record under General Manager DonContinue reading “A Look Back at Don Sweeney’s Draft History: 2015”
Boston Bruins Offseason Prospect Update Part 4: Your Questions
PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 Mike has four questions: Lysell- interesting first half of the season, was called out, then showed marked improvement from what I can tell. What are the next steps for him to make that final push/jump? I maintained my belief in Fabian Lysell, and bluntly put, I thought he neededContinue reading “Boston Bruins Offseason Prospect Update Part 4: Your Questions”
Bruins Eliminated; Face a Long Offseason
It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation -Herman Melville Most people define success solely in terms of winning, and the NHL is no exception. In reality, only a few NHL teams are genuinely equipped to win the Stanley Cup. Therefore, the criteria for a successful season must vary for theContinue reading “Bruins Eliminated; Face a Long Offseason”
Jake DeBrusk Finds Stability, Consistency
Fans have been tough on Jake DeBrusk, and I have been critical of him at times, but one thing has always been true in his seven seasons in the NHL: DeBrusk’s consistency is heavily reliant on stability in his life, team, and linemates. I have discussed extensively on multiple podcasts and platforms over the years.Continue reading “Jake DeBrusk Finds Stability, Consistency”
Trade Deadline is Fast Approaching
Rocket Science is actually quite simple when you think about it. Acquiring the parts that fit together to accomplish the goal of getting to space is what is difficult. Putting together a hockey team is no different. You know what you have to do, but acquiring the parts – the players in this case –Continue reading “Trade Deadline is Fast Approaching”
DeBrusk’s Days in Boston Could Be Coming to an End.
“I’m hoping to stay [with the Boston Bruins]. It’s the only team that I know and the team I grew up with. Hopefully it goes in that direction, and we’ll see how it goes. That’s why I have an agent, and I told him I wanted to stay out of this one and in time,Continue reading “DeBrusk’s Days in Boston Could Be Coming to an End.”
Boston Bruins Top Trade Assets
With Don Sweeney working the phones to find a potential deal to improve his team for not just this season but beyond, and with no draft picks in the first three rounds of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, what bargaining chips does he have at his disposal? A lot depends on exactly who or whatContinue reading “Boston Bruins Top Trade Assets”
Beware the Rumors as we Approach Trade Deadline
It’s the same thing every year: Trade deadline day is approaching in the National Hockey League and the Boston Bruins seem to be linked to everyone on someone’s trade board. We all know that General Manager Don Sweeney is as tight lipped as they come. Yes, I’ve nailed a Bruins trade or two in theContinue reading “Beware the Rumors as we Approach Trade Deadline”
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