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Bruins Stats Corner: New Kid on the Block

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By Karoline Sears | Follow me on Mastodon: @spelled_with_a_k and Substack

In addition to bringing on some veteran players, Don Sweeney decided to invest in some youth already in the NHL circuit. Sweeney signed 25-year-old Morgan Geekie to a two-year, $2 million contract. While there are plenty of prospects developing in Providence, it’s likely that Geekie will do everything he can to keep his … Keep Reading

Can Linus Ullmark Win Back-to-Back Vezina Trophies?

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By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter @adbblue

Last season, Linus Ullmark put on an absolute goaltending clinic. He had one of the best single-season goaltending performances in NHL history, which included scoring an empty-net goal, and was voted to his first All-Star game. His presentation earned him his first career Vezina Trophy as the league’s best goaltender. 

It seems … Keep Reading

What Charlie McAvoy Must Do to Win His First Norris Trophy

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By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter @adbblue

After coming off arguably his best career season in terms of on-ice play, the 2023-24 season would be a better time than ever for Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy to win his first Norris Trophy as the league’s best defenseman. He has not previously been nominated but is heavily regarded as one of the league’s top … Keep Reading

Bruins Stats Corner: Shattenkirk the Journeyman

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By Karoline Sears | Follow me on Mastodon: @spelled_with_a_k and Substack

Hindsight is 20/20 and I think it’s safe to say that Don Sweeny was specifically looking to add veterans to the lineup as a way to transition the Boston Bruins from their most recent golden age (2006-2025) into the next. I’ll get into why I think the current golden age … Keep Reading

Breaking Down David Krejci’s Career and what Made Him Such a Special Hockey Player

By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter @adbblue

David Krejci was born in Sternberk Czekia April 28th, 1986. Eighteen years later, he was selected in the second round, 63rd overall, by the Boston Bruins in the 2004 NHL draft. Two years later, he would make his NHL debut for Boston, which was just the beginning. 

Krejci decided to play his junior hockey in North … Keep Reading

Bruins Stats Corner: Saying Goodbye to “Playoff Krejč”

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By Karoline Sears | Follow me on Mastodon: @spelled_with_a_k and Substack

It’s time to say goodbye to our favorite playoff meme: Playoff Krejč. This being a Bruins Stats Corner, I have to ask, was Playoff Krejč a real phenomenon or just a legend? David Krejčí is finally hanging up his skates and moving on to the next chapter of his life. We can’t know for … Keep Reading

Breaking News: David Krejci Officially Announces His Retirement

By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter @TCalauttis

After 16 seasons with the Boston Bruins, David Krejci has officially announced his retirement from the National Hockey League. Krejci, who spent all 16 NHL seasons in black and gold, will go down as one of the greatest and most underrated players in franchise history. The Czech-native leaves behind a legacy of clutch moments and sentimental memories … Keep Reading

What Jesper Boqvist Brings to the Bruins

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By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter @adbblue

The Boston Bruins signed center Jesper Boqvist on July 12th to a one-year $775,000 contract. Perhaps GM Don Sweeney is taking a page out of his book from last year’s off-season by targeting a New Jersey Devils player who has not yet tapped into their full potential. Pavel Zacha was acquired via … Keep Reading

Former Boston Bruins Goaltender Gilles Gilbert Passes Away at the Age of 74

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

In a sad turn of events, the hockey world is mourning the loss of former Boston Bruins goaltender Gilles Gilbert, who passed away at 74. Gilbert, a 14-year National Hockey League veteran, leaves behind a legacy that will forever be remembered by fans and players alike.

Born on March … Keep Reading

Could the Next Salary Cap Savings for the Boston Bruins Come via Derek Forbort?

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

The Boston Bruins, one of the National Hockey League’s most storied franchises, are currently facing a familiar challenge – managing their salary cap. With restricted free agents Trent Frederic and Jeremy Swayman done with the arbitration periods and signed, per PuckPedia.com, the Bruins have 22 of 23 players locked up … Keep Reading

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