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Have The Bruins Found The Right Balance Of Flair And Toughness?

By: Chris Greene  |  Follow me on Twitter @cgreenesports

With training camp just around the corner, general manager Don Sweeney has been working hard to build a team capable of surpassing last season’s playoff run. We all know that the Bruins have plenty of skill on the roster, but the team was criticized last season for lacking toughness, particularly during the playoffs. The modern NHL is faster and more of … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins: Worst Signings In Recent History

By: Max Mainville | Check me out on Twitter @tkdmaxbjj

There are good signings and then there are bad signings. Often times, the final verdict that decides if a player’s new contract is either “good” or “bad” comes after an unsuccessful time with that new team. However, sometimes the length of the contract or the amount of money the player is making can be difficult to swallow due to the … Keep Reading

PuckNerd Presents: Way Too Early 2018 Boston Bruins Roster Preview

By: Spencer Fascetta | Follow Me on Twitter @PuckNerdHockey

August 2018 roster analysis pic

So, the offseason is about halfway over. And due to some serious technical issues (CURSE YOU DELL!!!! *shakes fist angrily in the air while thunder claps in the background*) there has been a severe dearth of BFR videos. So, I delve into the B’s offseason moves and project my ideal lineup for the upcoming season despite it being far too … Keep Reading

Why Another Year Of Chara Is A Great Move

By: Chris Greene  |  Follow me on Twitter @cgreenesports

Back in March, The Boston Bruins announced that captain, Zdeno Chara, had agreed to a one-year contract extension through the 2018-19 season. At 41 years of age, the 6-foot-9, 250-pound defenseman earned himself $5 million for one last dance plus a potential $1.75 million in performance-based incentives. The fans reacted well to the news, but after the Bruins crashed out of … Keep Reading

Cap Crunch: A Look At The Bruins Cap Situation

(Photo Credit: Matt Stone/Boston Herald)

By: Shane Roush  |  Follow me on Twitter: @BruinsFan374688

The salary cap. A constant worry for all NHL General Managers. The more money you have, the more flexibility comes with it. The Bruins paid the price and were in “cap jail” after winning the Stanley Cup in 2011. Role players and fourth-liners like Chris Kelly and Greg Campbell were given deals that had plenty of … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins: Sweeney Staying The Course

By: Drew Johnson   |    Follow Me On Twitter: @doobshmoob

The Boston Bruins created quite the buzz this offseason. It started with reports indicating that General Manager Don Sweeney was looking to make a big addition. The Bruins were in the running to sign both Ilya Kovalchuk and John Tavares. Even though they went down swinging, it indicated that Boston was willing to pull the trigger on a potential home … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins: The Pros & Cons Of An Artemi Panarin Trade

By: Max Mainville | Check me out on Twitter @tkdmaxbjj

Oh, the offseason. The best time of the year for all of the craziest rumors, trade ideas, and organizational moves as the teams prepare for the upcoming season. With the Boston Bruins, the 2018 NHL Offseason has been filled with rumors from all over the place. From signing big name players such as Ilya Kovalchuk or John Tavares to the … Keep Reading

The Bruins Aren’t Losing The Atlantic Division Arms Race

NHL: MAR 19 Blue Jackets at Bruins(Photo credit: Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

By Jacob Albrecht | Follow me on Twitter @bruinsfan3725

The Atlantic Division has seen some major moves and improvements so far this offseason. The Toronto Maple Leafs won the John Tavares sweepstakes and inked him to a 7-year contract, the Tampa Bay Lightning extended Ryan McDonagh for 7 years at just under $7 million a year. Rumors have been swirling in … Keep Reading

Max Pacioretty: A Fit For The Boston Bruins?

By: Andrew Thompson                                             Follow Me On Twitter: @godwentwhoops

It’s the middle of free agency frenzy, and once again the Boston Bruins are in the thick of it.  Every once in a while, a respected foe (or bitter rival depending on your mood) ends up in the trade rumor mill. This time around it is Montreal Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty, who just found out the bleu, blanc, et rouge want to … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins: The Salary Cap And Its Implications

By: Andrew Thompson                                                                       Twitter: @godwentwhoops 

The Boston Bruins have finished their first week of ‘free agency frenzy’, and many fans feel a little underwhelmed. The Black and Gold signed several players that they believed would provide skill and depth to their current roster. The B’s biggest catch so far has been the signing of goaltender Jaroslav Halak, who has been brought on board to back up Tuukka Rask next season.… Keep Reading

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