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Andrew Peeke Will Make his Bruins Debut Tonight in Montreal

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

One of Don Sweeney’s trade acquisitions is set to come to life Thursday night. Andrew Peeke, dealt from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Jakub Zboril and a 2027 third-round pick, will sport the spoked-B for the first time against the Montreal Canadiens. The 25-year-old blueliner isn’t wasting any time getting … Keep Reading

Bruins Sign Notre Dame Defenseman Drew Bavaro to Entry-Level Contract

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By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter @TCalauttis

The trade deadline may be over, but that hasn’t stopped Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney from upgrading his team. The Boston Bruins announced this morning that they have signed Notre Dame defenseman Drew Bavaro to a one-year, entry-level contract worth $867,500.

The 23-year-old from Bradenton, FL, will report to Providence and spend the rest of … Keep Reading

Column: Bruins Underwhelming Trade Deadline Isn’t as bad as it Looks

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

The Boston Bruins made their bed. Now, they have to sleep in it. Friday’s trade deadline wasn’t as exciting for the Bruins as some fans may have hoped for. While the Vegas Golden Knights were on a shopping spree—splurging on Tomas Hertl, Anthony Mantha, and Noah Hanifin—the Bruins sat on … Keep Reading

Bruins Acquire Pat Maroon From the Minnesota Wild

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

The Boston Bruins are on the board. After making his first transaction amidst the National Hockey League’s trade deadline frenzy in signing Parker Wotherspoon to a one-year extension, Don Sweeney has hit the trade block. According to The Atheltic’s Michael Russo, the Bruins have acquired Pat Maroon from the Minnesota Wild in exchange … Keep Reading

What Could the Boston Bruins Acquire in a Matt Grzelcyk Trade?

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By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter @TCalauttis

To trade or not to trade, that is the question facing Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney as we approach the ever-looming March 8th NHL Trade Deadline. However, this deadline is different than most, as Boston has an opportunity to buy and sell pieces off their roster to improve the team for the present and future. … Keep Reading

Coyle Has Taken His Offensive Game to the Next Level for the Bruins

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter / X @adbblue

After Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement this past off-season, the Boston Bruins needed someone to step up and at least somewhat fill his role. Someone has done that, and it can be argued he has filled Bergeron’s shoes and then some this season. That someone is Charlie Coyle. 

The Weymouth, MA native … Keep Reading

Despite Low Offensive Numbers, Hampus Lindholm Makes His Presence Known for the Bruins

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

Hampus Lindholm hasn’t found his name on the scoresheet too often this season for the Boston Bruins. In Boston’s first 43 games of the 2023-24 season, the veteran blueliner has only lit the lamp once. Lindholm has gone 28 straight games without finding the back of the net, compiling just eleven assists in that … Keep Reading

Coyle’s Defensive Game Has Vastly Improved With the Bruins

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On Twitter / X @adbblue

At the 2019 NHL trade deadline, GM Don Sweeney traded Ryan Donato and a fifth-round pick for Charlie Coyle. It has undoubtedly been one of the best trades Sweeney has made, and Coyle has been an essential player since he’s been with the Black and Gold. 

With Patrice Bergeron retiring this past off-season, the … Keep Reading

Bruins Assign Georgii Merkulov to Providence, Recall Jesper Boqvist

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

With Matt Poitras competing in the 2024 World Junior Championships for Canada, Boston Bruins fans wondered what would happen to recent call-up Georgii Merkulov when Poitras returned from the tournament. On Saturday afternoon, Bruins fans got their answer. Ahead of the team’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD … Keep Reading

Kevin Shattenkirk’s Increased Confidence Sparks Offensive Jolt For Boston

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By: Jason Cooke | Follow me on Twitter / X @cookejournalism

Last summer, Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney took a deep dive into the bargain bin. Among others, Sweeney took a chance on James van Riemsdyk, Morgan Geekie, and grizzled veteran Kevin Shattenkirk, spending roughly $4.05 million towards the 2023-24 cap hit between the three free agent signings. As the Bruins are 37 games … Keep Reading

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