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Trent Whitfield Poised to Become Providence Bruins’ 14th Head Coach

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

According to a recent report from veteran hockey journalist Mark Divver, the Providence Bruins are expected to name Trent Whitfield as the team’s 14th head coach in franchise history. This move marks a significant milestone for both Whitfield and the Bruins organization, as he transitions from his long-standing role as an … Keep Reading

Report: Bruins, Assistant Coach Jay Leach Part Ways — Three Candidates to Watch

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

Yesterday, the Fourth Period hockey insider David Pagnotta reported and posted on Twitter / X that the Boston Bruins and assistant coach Jay Leach have mutually parted ways. Leach, a veteran of NHL coaching circles with a reputation for defensive structure and player development, had been part of the Bruins’ staff … Keep Reading

Making His Case: Bruins Defensive Prospect Urho Vaakanainen

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By: Dominic Tiano | Follow me on Twitter @dominictiano

I am no rockets scientist. Heck, I didn’t even finish college. But even if I had, I don’t believe I’d be able to explain why Boston Bruins Defenceman Urho Vaakanainen has performed so well at the NHL level, yet in the AHL, he leaves you wanting more.

That’s not to say Vaakanainen has not shown flashes … Keep Reading

Bruins Head Coach Bruce Cassidy Placed in NHL’s COVID-19 Protocol

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By: Ryan Duffy | Follow Me On Twitter @Rduffy26

With all of the Bruins’ news circulating Brad Marchand’s suspension and the recent trade request from Jake DeBrusk, the Bruins have announced that head coach Bruce Cassidy has been placed on the NHL’s COVID-19 protocol Tuesday morning.

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Boston Bruins Name Kevin Dean Assistant Coach

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By Mark Allred                           Follow Me On Twitter @BlackAndGold277

When the Bruins ended their postseason run for the first time in two years against Ottawa, General Manager mentioned in the team’s exit meetings or locker cleanout day that the organization would like to explore options on the idea of adding another assistant coach to the mix. Well, today they made it happen with the … Keep Reading

McAvoy Earns First Career Pro Point In Baby B’s Loss

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By Mark Allred       Follow Me On Twitter @BlackAndGold277

The American Hockey Leagues Providence Bruins lost 3-2 tonight to the Springfield Thunderbirds who won their first game in the last six tries. This was a game the Baby B’s should’ve had, but the Thunderbirds were ready to play as soon as the puck dropped at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts.

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