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Closing the Loophole: The Case for an After-Tax Cap and What It Means for the Bruins

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By: Jonathan Turcotte | Follow me on Twitter / X @akaJonnyT

Since the 2005-06 season, the National Hockey League (NHL) has used a hard salary cap to promote competitive balance. The goal was to prevent wealthier franchises from simply spending more than smaller-market teams to build championship rosters. For years, that system largely achieved its purpose.

Today, however, differences in state and provincial tax … Keep Reading

New Mock Draft Has the Boston Bruins Selecting Forward Elton Hermansson 23rd Overall

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

The 2026 National Hockey League Draft is now eight days away in Buffalo, New York. For the Boston Bruins, picking 23rd overall in the first round, general manager Don Sweeney needs to have a big draft to build for the team’s future. On June 3, Bleacher Report’s Hannah Stuart projected that the Bruins would … Keep Reading

Defensemen for the Boston Bruins to Consider Drafting in First Round of 2026 NHL Draft

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

The 2026 National Hockey League Draft is nine days away in Buffalo, New York. The Boston Bruins will need to hit on their first-round draft pick this year, as the team owns the 23rd overall selection in the draft. Finding late first-round magic doesn’t always happen for an NHL team, but the Bruins will … Keep Reading

Why the Boston Bruins Should Target Connor Murphy in Free Agency

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By: Jonathan Turcotte | Follow me on Twitter / X @akaJonnyT

The Boston Bruins have several needs entering free agency, but adding another dependable right-shot defenseman should be near the top of the B’s General Manager Don Sweeney’s list. Connor Murphy could make a lot of sense for Boston if he reaches the upcoming July 1st Free Agent Frenzy.

Murphy, a 33-year-old, Boston native … Keep Reading

How Did the 2025 Bruins RFA Class Perform Last Season?

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

Last week, we reviewed the Boston Bruins unrestricted free agent class of 2025. Now, it is time to look at which restricted free agents the Bruins re-signed and how they performed last season. While the UFA class consisted mostly of depth pieces and some breakouts, the RFA class had some talent that the … Keep Reading

J.P. Hurlbert is First Round Dream Target for the Boston Bruins at 2026 NHL Draft

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

With the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals concluding last night, the focus for every team now turns to the 2026 National Hockey League Draft beginning on June 26 in Buffalo, New York. The Boston Bruins are in a tough position for the draft, currently owning the 23rd overall pick in the first round, as well … Keep Reading

How Did the Bruins 2025 Free Agency Class Perform in 2025-26?

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

On July 1st, 2025, the Boston Bruins handed out seven contracts to unrestricted free agents to begin NHL Free Agency. Targeting five forwards and two defenseman, General Manager Don Sweeney wanted to rebuild the identity of a Bruins team that finished fifth-worst in the NHL the season prior and had dealt away many stalwarts.… Keep Reading

What Should the Boston Bruins Do With Goaltender Joonas Korpisalo?

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By: Ellie Man | Follow me on Twitter/X @ellieyym

Having supported the Boston Bruins into the Stanley Cup playoffs, achieved bronze in the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and taken the top step in the International Ice Hockey Federation World Championship, Joonas Korpisalo is riding high. As such, it’s now time for Don Sweeney to make the most of the opportunity to move … Keep Reading

In Depth Move, Bruins Re-Sign Navrin Mutter to One-Year, Two-Way Contract Extension

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By: Jonathan Turcotte | Follow me on Twitter / X @akaJonnyT

While the Boston Bruins are preparing for the upcoming draft and several other offseason roster moves at the National Hockey League level, general manager Don Sweeney is already making moves to strengthen the Providence Bruins.

On Thursday, the Bruins took to social media to confirm that they have signed forward Navrin Mutter to … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins Should Look Into Carolina Hurricanes Center Jesperi Kotkaniemi

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

One thing that will be crucial for Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney this offseason is adding center depth. Struggling centers were a big reason why the Bruins fell to the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. A good number of centers will be available this offseason through … Keep Reading

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