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New Bruins Goaltender Joonas Korpisalo is Defying Expectations – Thanks to Coach Bob Essensa

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

When the news broke on June 24th, hours before Game Seven of the Stanley Cup Finals, that the Boston Bruins had traded Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators, few Bruins fans were thrilled to see Joonas Korpisalo returning in the trade. At the time, it was generally accepted that Ullmark was … Keep Reading

Three Takeaways From the Boston Bruins 2-1 Loss to the Visiting Pittsburgh Penguins

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on X @cookejournalism

It was right there for the taking. Entering Black Friday’s nationally televised clash against the Pittsburgh Penguins, everything was in line for the B’s to score their first goal of the third period at home since their home opener.

The Metropolitan-worst Pittsburgh Penguins, who entered TD Garden with a … Keep Reading

Providence Bruins Goaltender Brandon Bussi Secures First Victory of the 2024-24 AHL season

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

Last night, the American Hockey League Providence Bruins got a much-needed road victory to keep the winning vibes going at the Boston Bruins minor-pro affiliate beat the Bridgeport Islanders 8-4. During the recent three-game Canadian road trip, Providence dropped the last two games on the road up in Laval, Quebec. … Keep Reading

With Jeremy Swayman’s Extension Uncertain, Bruins Preparing for ‘Next man up’ Mentality

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on X @cookejournalism

While the Boston Bruins reported for the first day of training camp in Brighton on Wednesday, Jeremey Swayman did not. The restricted free agent has yet to be signed, and the ongoing saga clouding the goaltender’s future with the Bruins overshadowed what is usually a jubilant day for the organization. Hockey is back in the Bay … Keep Reading

What to Expect From Bruins’ Newest Goaltender, Joonas Korpisalo

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By Kenny Kaminsky | Follow me on Twitter / X @KennyKaminskyy

Right before Game Seven of the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals, Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney completed the most extensive trade this offseason. He sent former Vezina Trophy winner Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators for goaltender Joonas Korpisalo, depth forward Mark Kastelic, and the 25th pick in the 2024 … Keep Reading

Looking at the Bruins Defense and Goaltending Depth for the 2024-25 Season

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By: Ryan Jainchill | Follow me on Twitter/X @jainchill_ryan

Last week, we looked at the Boston Bruins forward depth chart, analyzing where the pieces may fall come Training Camp. Now, it’s time to look at the depth chart for the two positions instrumental in the Bruins’ success last season: defense and goaltending.

Right Shot Defenders: Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo, Andrew Peeke, Keep Reading

Providence Bruins Sign Goaltending Prospect Reid Dyck to an Amateur Try-Out Agreement

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By: Mark Allred | Follow me on Twitter @BlackAndGold277

Yesterday, the American Hockey League Providence Bruins announced that the team signed Boston Bruins goaltending prospect Reid Dyck to an Amateur Try-Out Agreement. The 6′-4″ 195-pound netminder was selected by the Bruins in the sixth round (183rd Overall) of the 2022 National Hockey League entry draft held … Keep Reading

Bruins Prospect and WHL Swift Current Broncos Goaltender Reid Dyck Extends Winning Streak to Eight Games

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

Over the weekend, Boston Bruins prospect and Swift Current Broncos goaltender Reid Dyck stopped a total of 49 shots, beating the Medicine Hat Tigers in a back-to-back, home-and-home series. In the victories over Medicine Hat on Friday and Saturday, the Western Hockey League Broncos extended … Keep Reading

Providence Bruins Goaltender Brandon Bussi is in Mid-Season Form Regardless of Home Opening Loss

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

Last night, the American Hockey League Providence Bruins kicked off the 2023-24 regular season with a home-opening shootout loss to the Atlantic Division rival Hartford Wolf Pack. The game was held at the Amica Mutual Pavillion in downtown Providence, Rhode Island, in front of 9,147 attendees who saw the ceremonial 2022-23 … Keep Reading

The Impact of Bob Essensa and Mike Dunham on the Bruins Organization

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By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter @adbblue

In the Boston Bruin’s first preseason game on Sunday night, goaltender Brandon Bussi stole the show en route to a 3-0 shutout. Bussi is coming off a fantastic 2022-23 AHL campaign, which included an all-star game appearance. With already arguably having the best goaltending tandem in the NHL with Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman, it … Keep Reading

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