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Maine Mariners Announce CEO Adam Goldberg to Step Down at the End of the Month

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By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter / X @BlackAndGold277

The ECHL’s Maine Mariners announced today that Adam Goldberg, the team’s CEO and Alternate Governor, will be stepping down from his role at the end of May to pursue other opportunities. Goldberg, who has been at the helm since the team’s inception, is credited with playing a pivotal role in bringing professional hockey … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins Should Pursue Defenseman Jacob Trouba in Free Agency

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

The Boston Bruins returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season after missing out last season. However, the 2026 playoffs were a disaster, as the Buffalo Sabres eliminated the Bruins in six games in the first round. Had Jeremy Swayman’s goaltending not been solid for the Bruins, the series could’ve been worse than it … Keep Reading

Report: Bruins, Assistant Coach Jay Leach Part Ways — Three Candidates to Watch

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By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter / X @BlackAndGold277

Yesterday, the Fourth Period hockey insider David Pagnotta reported and posted on Twitter / X that the Boston Bruins and assistant coach Jay Leach have mutually parted ways. Leach, a veteran of NHL coaching circles with a reputation for defensive structure and player development, had been part of the Bruins’ staff … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet’s Sparre Named Finalist for Coach of the Year

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The Professional Women’s Hockey League has announced that Boston Fleet Head Coach Kris Sparre has been named a finalist for Coach of the Year. He is alongside Kori Cheverie of the Montréal Victoire and Carla MacLeod of the Ottawa Charge.

The PWHL Awards Ceremony is being held on June 16th in Detroit, MI.

When Sparre was hired back in July 2025, … Keep Reading

Bruins, Leach Part Ways

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By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter/X @TCalauttis

The offseason is here for the Boston Bruins, and the team has officially made its first move. Come next season, the Black and Gold will be looking a little different behind the bench.

According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the Boston Bruins have parted ways with Assistant Coach Jay Leach. Pagnotta further states that … Keep Reading

Boston Fleet’s Frankel Named Finalist for Goaltender of the Year

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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 Goaltender of the Year. She is alongside Ann-Renée Desbiens of the Montréal Victoire and Gwyneth Philips of the Ottawa Charge.

This is Frankel’s third straight year as a finalist for the award. Kristen Campbell won in 2024 and … Keep Reading

Former Fleet Players Finding Success With the Walter Cup

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

While the Walter Cup did not come home to Boston, it was bittersweet for Fleet fans to watch two former Fleet players lift the Cup: Shiann Darkangelo and Jessica DiGirolamo. Both players took different paths through the league after their time in Boston, but each ultimately played a role in helping … Keep Reading

Bruins Need to Pick a Lane on Poitras

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By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter/X @TCalauttis

It wasn’t long ago that Matt Poitras was the most exciting player in the Boston Bruins organization. The 2022 second-round pick was the talk of the town when he burst onto the scene ahead of the 2023-24 campaign and made the B’s varsity roster just one season after being drafted.

Poitras put together an impressive rookie … Keep Reading

BnGM – Our Bruins Offseason Moves

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

The Boston Bruins enter the 2026 NHL offseason in a unique and pivotal position for the franchise. They’re coming off a 45-win, 100-point season, a 24-point improvement from a year ago, and a return to the Stanley Cup playoffs. However, their first-round loss to Buffalo exposed glaring … Keep Reading

Five Promotions the Boston Fleet Should Introduce Next Season

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By Jonathan Turcotte | Follow me on Twitter / X @akaJonnyT

The Boston Fleet has officially captured the city’s attention through their first three seasons, proving Boston is more than ready to support a second professional hockey team. The atmosphere at both the Tsongas Center and Agganis Arena has already been electric, with attendance regularly hovering around 80-85% capacity. Those are impressive … Keep Reading

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