The Boston Bruins received a handful of injury updates at Friday morning’s practice. Most pressing, winger Mark Kastelic returned to full practices and could possibly return to the lineup when the Bruins visit the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. In a video posted on the team’s social media, Kastelic told media after practice that he’s hoping to return, but doesn’t want to rush … [Read more...] about Bruins Notes: Kastelic, Lindholm, Koepke
Bruins Recall Vinni Lettieri
The Bruins recalled forward Vinni Lettieri from AHL Providence on Monday, according to the AHL’s transactions log. Lettieri, 29, will take Marc McLaughlin’s place on the active roster. The Bruins placed McLaughlin on waivers yesterday, so he’ll either be back in Providence or with another NHL club by this afternoon. Boston re-acquired Lettieri from the Wild last offseason, … [Read more...] about Bruins Recall Vinni Lettieri
Neely: Bruins Considering Buying And Retooling Paths For Trade Deadline
Bruins team president Cam Neely spoke with reporters today (video link) and acknowledged that it won’t be business as usual when it comes to the trade deadline. Often a strong buyer leading up to deadline day, Neely admitted that the team is going to have to consider two paths, one where they’re a buyer and another where they retool. Boston has struggled this season but enters … [Read more...] about Neely: Bruins Considering Buying And Retooling Paths For Trade Deadline
Bruins Recall Matthew Poitras, Place Charlie McAvoy On IR
Bruins center prospect Matthew Poitras is at the team’s morning skate on Tuesday, per Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald, indicating he’s been recalled from AHL Providence. The team quickly made Poitras’ recall official, announcing that they’ve also recalled defenseman Michael Callahan from Providence and placed No. 1 blue-liner Charlie McAvoy on injured reserve with an … [Read more...] about Bruins Recall Matthew Poitras, Place Charlie McAvoy On IR
Bruins’ Marc McLaughlin Clears Waivers
Jan. 13: McLaughlin cleared waivers, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. Expect him to head to Providence at some point on Monday. Jan. 12: The Boston Bruins have placed forward Marc McLaughlin on waivers, per PuckPedia. He’ll be assigned to AHL Providence if he clears. The Bruins successfully waived McLaughlin ahead of the start of the season. He began the year in the minors … [Read more...] about Bruins’ Marc McLaughlin Clears Waivers
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Boston Bruins
Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those that don’t often see struggles and front office changes. PHR will look at every NHL team and give a … [Read more...] about Salary Cap Deep Dive: Boston Bruins
Florida Panthers To Host Winter Classic, Tampa Bay Lightning To Host Stadium Series
The Commissioner of the National Hockey League has followed through with his vague promise from the 2025 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. The Florida Panthers announced they would host the New York Rangers in the 2026 Winter Classic at LoanDepot Park, home of the MLB’s Miami Marlins. Their intra-state rival, the Tampa Bay Lightning announced they would host the Boston … [Read more...] about Florida Panthers To Host Winter Classic, Tampa Bay Lightning To Host Stadium Series
Al MacNeil Passes Away At Age 89
A legendary member of the Calgary Flames organization, Al MacNeil, has passed away at the age of 89 as announced by the Flames. Before starting his coaching and executive career in the National Hockey League, MacNeil spent 11 years as a player. He suited up for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, and Pittsburgh Penguins from 1955 … [Read more...] about Al MacNeil Passes Away At Age 89
Bruins Sign Mark Kastelic To Three-Year Extension
The Bruins signed depth forward Mark Kastelic to a three-year, $4.7MM extension on Friday, according to a team release. The deal carries a $1.57MM cap hit and keeps him in Boston through the 2027-28 campaign. With the signing, Kastelic earns the most lucrative contract of his career and will earn seven figures per season for the first time. The 25-year-old was in the final … [Read more...] about Bruins Sign Mark Kastelic To Three-Year Extension