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The Devil in the Details: A Hypothetical Bruins Blockbuster Trade

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By: Neil Simmons | Follow me on Twitter / X: @NSimmz

A year ago, the Boston Bruins entered the offseason with the goal of just finding their footing and playing meaningful games in March. Now, after exceeding those expectations and returning to the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Bruins know they must keep improving to close the gap with the true contenders … Keep Reading

Who Should the Fleet Protect During the PWHL Expansion

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By: Kelsea Durham | Follow me on Twitter/X @kelseadurham

With PWHL expansion set to reshape the league once again, the Boston Fleet are facing one of the biggest roster decisions in franchise history. Unlike last season’s expansion process, this year’s revamped rules eliminate the expansion draft entirely, forcing teams to think differently about how they protect their core while preparing … Keep Reading

Kris Sparre Leaves Fleet, Named Head Coach of PWHL Hamilton

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By: Alexis Caines | Follow me on Twitter/X @alexiscaines_

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced that Kris Sparre has been named Head Coach of PWHL Hamilton. He will be the franchise’s first coach. They were named as one of the four expansion teams on May 13th.

Sparre is leaving the Fleet better than he found them. The Coach of the Year finalist led Boston to … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet’s Frankel Named Finalist for MVP

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By: Alexis Caines | Follow me on Twitter/X @alexiscaines_

The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced that Boston Fleet goaltender Aerin Frankel has been named a finalist for the Billie Jean King Most Valuable Player Award. She is alongside Ann-Renée Desbiens of the Montréal Victoire and Kelly Pannek of the Minnesota Frost.

This is the second award she has been named a finalist … Keep Reading

It Might Be Better for Forward Georgii Merkulov Not to Return to the Bruins Organization

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

One prospect the Boston Bruins had high hopes for was Russian forward Georgii Merkulov. In April 2022, Merkulov signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Bruins. During the 2021-22 season, Merkulov showed potential when he led the Ohio State Buckeyes with 20 goals and also recorded 34 points overall. After playing in eight games in the … Keep Reading

Bruins at the World Championship: Onto the Knockouts

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By: Neil Simmons | Follow me on Twitter / X: @NSimmz

Group play at the 2026 World Championships has officially wrapped, and the bracket is set for the knockout stage. The back half of the preliminary round had several Boston Bruins embedded in the storylines, storming their way to qualification, fighting to stay alive, or just fighting to stay in the lineup. Here’s how … Keep Reading

The Bruins Need to Keep the Second Line Together for Next Season

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By: Ryan Jainchill | Follow me on Twitter / X @Jainchill_Ryan

The Boston Bruins entered the regular season with questions about scoring from their forward group outside of their top line. But right away, the trio of Pavel Zacha, Casey Mittelstadt and Viktor Arvidsson proved that they were a formidable second line and contributed greatly to the 100-point Bruins. Heading into next season, management needs … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet’s Winn Named Finalist for Rookie of the Year

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By: Alexis Caines | Follow me on Twitter/X @alexiscaines_

The Professional Women’s Hockey League has announced that Boston Fleet defender Haley Winn have been named a finalist for Rookie of the Year. She is alongside Casey O’Brien of the New York Sirens and Nicole Gosling of the Montréal Victoire.

This is the second award she has been named a finalist for this year, also getting … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins Should Explore Trading for Columbus Blue Jackets Forward Kent Johnson

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

The Boston Bruins will need to add depth up front to their roster after being eliminated in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Buffalo Sabres. The Bruins’ roster consists of young and veteran talent led by David Pastrnak, Morgan Geekie, and Pavel Zacha up front. However, the Bruins … Keep Reading

2026 Bruins Draft Profile: Elton Hermansson

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By: Eamonn McLean | Follow me on Twitter/X @EamonnMcLean44

Twelve years ago, the Boston Bruins drafted a young, skilled winger out of Allsvenskan, the second tier of professional hockey in Sweden. David Pastrnak put up 8-16-24 in 36 games for Sodertalje in his draft year, eventually being selected 25th overall by the Bruins. Pastrnak flew under the radar a bit, with his teammate William Nylander putting … Keep Reading

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