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

The Boston Bruins have extended an invitation to goaltender Kyle Chauvette to attend their 2026 development camp this week at the Warrior Ice Arena. According to Bruins hockey writer Bridgette Proulx of WEEI, who spoke with Chauvette in a locker room interview, the Goffstown, New Hampshire native is slated to serve as the Bruins’ designated Emergency Backup Goaltender (EBUG) or third netminder for both home and away games next season. This move aligns with the National Hockey League’s new rule mandating that teams carry three goaltenders on their active roster throughout the season.

Chauvette, who stands 6-foot-1 and weighs 190 pounds, is recognized for his agility, positioning, and butterfly style. He is coming off a decent season with the University of New Hampshire Wildcats, where he posted a 13-19-1 record, a 2.63 goals-against-average, and a .902 save percentage. Despite the Wildcats’ challenging campaign, Chauvette’s steady net presence and ability to handle high shot volumes earned him attention from the Bruins’ front office and, more importantly, the player development staff

Before joining New Hampshire, Chauvette played three NCAA years for Union College and, before that, spent two seasons in the USHL with the Youngstown Phantoms, further honing his game against elite competition. His diverse experience across collegiate and junior hockey has prepared him for the demands of a third ready-made netminder in case of emergency.

The adoption of the new NHL rule requiring teams to carry three goaltenders has opened doors for promising talents like Chauvette. As the Bruins’ designated EBUG, he will travel with the team and be on standby to step in whenever needed, providing crucial peace of mind for the club’s coaching staff and management.

Chauvette’s journey from Goffstown to this Bruins development camp exemplifies the player’s perseverance and determination to stay in the game regardless of his upcoming role within the organization. As he gears up for development camp and the upcoming season, Bruins fans and hockey observers will be watching closely to see how this New Hampshire native embraces his new role and participation with the Bruins organization.