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James van Riemsdyk at One Year for $1 Million Has Been a Steal for the Bruins

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

During this past off-season, the Boston Bruins signed forward James van Riemsdyk to a one-year $1 million deal. The former second-overall pick was coming off his NHL career’s second least productive season. 

In 61 games last season with the Philadelphia Flyers, he had a line of 12-17-29. It’s clear he’s not the player … Keep Reading

Bruins @ Sabres: Game Recap

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

The Boston Bruins recorded their 20th win of the season, defeating the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 in Buffalo on Wednesday night. It was the team’s first game back from the holiday freeze, and it snapped their four-game losing streak.

The Bruins controlled much of the game and special teams is what reigned supreme. The … Keep Reading

The Bruins Have Played in Four Straight Overtime Games

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By: Max Weisman | Follow me on Twitter: @maweisman

When Tuesday night’s game between the Boston Bruins and Minnesota Wild ended tied at the end of regulation, the Bruins headed for extra hockey for the fourth straight game. Overtime has been no stranger to the Bruins this season. Tuesday’s extra period was the tenth in which the Bruins have played.

The overtime frenzy the Bruins … Keep Reading

Bruins vs Rangers: Game Recap

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On X (Formerly Twitter) @adbblue

The Boston Bruins lost 2-1 in overtime to the New York Rangers Saturday night at TD Garden. It was a battle between the top two teams in the Eastern Conference standings. It was also the third straight overtime game for Boston.

Both teams were playing in the second half of a back-to-back as the … Keep Reading

Bruins @ Islanders: Game Recap

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On X (Formerly Twitter) @adbblue

The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Islanders 5-4 in a shootout Friday night in a gutsy win. The Bruins never led during regulation but kept fighting and earned themselves two points. Linus Ullmark stood on his head, making several ridiculous saves, which was the difference maker.

This was a meaningful win for … Keep Reading

Bruins @ Devils: Game Recap

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On X (Formerly Twitter) @adbblue

The Boston Bruins were defeated 2-1 in overtime by the New Jersey Devils Wednesday night. It was the Bruins’ first game in four days and the first without Pavel Zacha and Charlie McAvoy, who are both day-to-day.

Boston played a solid defensive game supported by Jeremy Swayman, but they just couldn’t bury their offensive … Keep Reading

Bruins Matt Poitras Benched in Third Period Following Healthy Scratch

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

It all happened so fast for Matt Poitras. In the span of five months, the 19-year-old OHL standout landed a roster spot with the Boston Bruins and has yet to look back. The 2022 second-round pick got a hot start in Boston, showcasing his raw offensive talent while posting 11 points in … Keep Reading

Bruins Charlie Coyle is on Pace for the Best Season of his Career

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

When the Boston Bruins acquired Charlie Coyle at the trade deadline during the 2018-19 NHL season, they were looking for a consistent third-line center who would provide scoring depth to round out the roster’s bottom six forwards. Known for his ability to protect the puck and make plays for his linemates, Coyle was the … Keep Reading

Bruins @ Rangers: Game Recap

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By: Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On X (Formerly Twitter) @adbblue

The Boston Bruins lost 7-4 to the New York Rangers Saturday afternoon in what was an ugly performance. There was way too much standing around and puck-watching and a lack of defensive structure.

It’s their first time losing consecutive games in their Centennial season. There’s definitely a lot that needs to be cleaned up … Keep Reading

Through 15 Games, Zacha and Coyle Are Filling the Shoes of Bergeron and Krejci

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By Andrew Bluestein | Follow Me On X (Formerly Twitter) @adbblue

The center position was the biggest question surrounding the Bruins going into the 2023-24 season. With Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci retiring, two enormous vacancies were left to fill. 

Pavel Zacha and Charlie Coyle were the only centers penciled into the lineup coming into this season. And they have more than answered the bell, filling … Keep Reading

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