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By: Steve McClure | Follow me on Twitter / X @stmcclure1993
Happy birthday to former Bruin Matt Bartkowski. The well-traveled defenseman turns 36 years old today.
The Pittsburgh native arrived on the Bruins’ scene in March of 2010 when his rights were traded from the Florida Panthers—which selected him in the 7th round of the 2008 NHL draft—along with fellow defenseman Dennis Seidenberg. He spent portions … Keep Reading
By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism
Well, that was familiar. The Florida Panthers eliminated the New York Rangers in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals for the second straight season. They await either the Edmonton Oilers or Dallas Stars in their quest to raise a banner for the first time in … Keep Reading
By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter @TCalauttis
What is the value of a number-one goaltender in the NHL? What kind of return should Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney expect when shopping former Vezina Winner Linus Ullmark? In an attempt to solve that very conundrum, I researched every goalie transaction over the last ten years and found eight examples that may provide some insight.… Keep Reading
By: Steve McClure | Follow me on Twitter / X @stmcclure1993
It’s 2011 Stanley Cup-champion Nathan Horton’s birthday. The former Bruins’ right-wing turns 39 years old.
Horton, a product of Dunnville, Ontario, came to Boston—along with centerman Gregory Campbell—via a trade with the Florida Panthers for defenseman Dennis Wideman, a 2010 first round pick, and a third round pick in 2011. The 6-2, 229-pound winger had … Keep Reading
By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter / X @BlackAndGold277
The Boston Bruins are at a pivotal juncture as they look to bolster their roster during the off-season. Coming off a season filled with highs and lows as an overachieving franchise, the Bruins need to make strategic moves to strengthen their lineup if they want to be serious Stanley Cup … Keep Reading
By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter / X @BlackAndGold277
As the Boston Bruins navigate through the early stages of the 2024 National Hockey League offseason, decisions about re-signing players become crucial as the B’s look to retool the roster for the 2024-25 campaign. One such decision involves pending free agent forward Danton Heinen, known for his versatility and … Keep Reading
By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism
The Boston Bruins’ season may be over, but that doesn’t mean David Pastrnak and Pavel Zacha don’t have a reason to celebrate. The duo formerly removed from the “Czech line” with David Krejci have paired up to capture Gold for their home country at the 2024 IIHF World Championship.
Team Czechia defeated Switzerland, 2-0, … Keep Reading
By: Steve McClure | Follow me on Twitter / X @stmcclure1993
David Pastrnak, a ten-year veteran of the Boston Bruins, turns 28 years old today. ‘Pasta’ is the team’s alternate captain and chief goal scorer.
Pastrnak was born in the city of Havirov in the Czech Republic in 1996. He lost his father to cancer in 2013, and his passing became further motivation in the … Keep Reading
By: Steve McClure | Follow me on Twitter / X @stmcclure1993
Vic Stasiuk was born in Lethbridge, Alberta. The six-foot left-wing played for Chicago and Detroit before being traded to the Boston Bruins in a multi-player deal on June 3, 1955.
Stasiuk thrived on the famed ‘Uke’ line with Bronco Horvath and John Bucyk. All three linemates had Ukrainian heritage and had previously played together in … Keep Reading
By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism
The Boston Bruins won’t be competing for a Stanley Cup in June, but that doesn’t mean management isn’t optimistic regarding the club’s future when the B’s hit the ice for the 2024-25 season in October. When CEO and alternate governor Charlie Jacobs, president Cam Neely, general manager Don Sweeney, and head … Keep Reading
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