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March 24, 2026

James Hagens takes first pro step as Bruins send him to Providence

James Hagens just gave Marco Sturm a clearer look at Boston's future, even if that look starts in Providence instead of TD Garden.

Jonathan Ouimet

Boston College forward James Hagens (10) shoots the puck against the University of New Hampshire Wildcats during the third period at Conte Forum.

March 23, 2026

James Hagens is heading to Providence, and the Bruins just took a big next step

James Hagens is heading to Providence, and Marco Sturm just got a clearer look at Boston's next big center.

Jonathan Ouimet

USA forward James Hagens (10) celebrates his goal against Slovakia during the second period of Group A play in the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena.

March 23, 2026

Why James Hagens' Delay Could Change Everything for the Bruins

James Hagens and Marco Sturm are at the center of a Bruins decision that's starting to drag as the college star still hasn't signed.

Christopher Turner

Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm behind the bench during the third period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at TD Garden.

March 23, 2026

Marco Sturm just made James Hagens a much bigger story

James Hagens has Marco Sturm thinking about Boston's stretch run, even if the Bruins coach is not promising anything yet.

Jonathan Ouimet

Boston Bruins Jeremy Jeremy Swayman (1) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Bell Centre.

March 23, 2026

Jeremy Swayman's Vezina hopes are over after a rough Bruins stretch

Jeremy Swayman and Marco Sturm are staring at a tough reality: Boston's No. 1 goalie is down to a 3% Vezina shot after a sharp slide in the race.

Skyler Walker

Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) looks on against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena.

March 23, 2026

Brad Marchand may be out longer than expected after Paul Maurice's latest comments

Brad Marchand got another tough update Monday, and Paul Maurice didn't sound like a coach expecting his former Bruins forward back anytime soon.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) celebrates with center Elias Lindholm (28) after scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at the TD Garden

March 23, 2026

Panthers injury spiral makes Brad Marchand's departure hurt even more in Boston

Brad Marchand's lost Florida finish just got darker, and Bruins fans can feel the sting all over again.

Alixandrea Gearey

March 23, 2026

Bruins fans are already spiraling over James Hagens speculation

James Hagens looks close to Boston, and the wild trade chatter already feels detached from reality.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins center Fraser Minten (93) (center) celebrates a goal against the Winnipeg Jets with teammates during the third period at TD Garden

March 23, 2026

Bruins hit with a new twist as Leafs goalie situation shifts again

Dennis Hildeby is back up, and the Boston Bruins now have one more Toronto wrinkle to solve before Tuesday night.

Alixandrea Gearey

Florida Panthers left wing A.J. Greer (10) gets injected from the game during the third period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.

March 23, 2026

Panthers can't afford this: Former Bruin AJ Greer suspended 3 games after Zary hit

AJ Greer and Paul Maurice just got another problem, with the former Boston Bruins winger suspended three games by NHL Player Safety.

Skyler Walker

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) tries to play the puck during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

March 22, 2026

Bruins face make-or-break week with playoff pressure rising fast

Marco Sturm and David Pastrnak are staring at a defining week as the Boston Bruins head coach juggles a packed schedule with playoff pressure rising.

Cimon Asselin

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider (53) handles the puck against Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) during the second period at Little Caesars Arena.

March 22, 2026

A Moritz Seider-type prospect? Bruins linked to fast-rising defenseman in Leafs pick scenario

Alberts Smits is firmly on Marco Sturm's radar as the Bruins track Toronto's pick tied to the Brandon Carlo deal.

Cimon Asselin

James Hagens is selected as the seventh overall pick to the Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater

March 22, 2026

James Hagens might arrive just in time to change everything for the Bruins

James Hagens gives Marco Sturm a real late-season card as Boston College's run ended just in time for the Bruins to use him.

Alixandrea Gearey

March 22, 2026

Nikita Zadorov sends a blunt message to one Bruins player after the win

Nikita Zadorov didn't wait long to spotlight Jeremy Swayman after Marco Sturm's Bruins got another win.

Skyler Walker

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) waits for a face-off against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Bell Centre

March 22, 2026

David Pastrnak reaches major milestone as Bruins' harsh reality sets in

David Pastrnak hit 500 assists, and for the Boston Bruins it feels bigger than one number, it feels like proof their star still drives everything.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) reacts after making a save during the second period against the Winnipeg Jets at TD Garden

March 22, 2026

Jeremy Swayman backed the Bruins, then put Boston on the spot during his post-win comments

Jeremy Swayman backed the Boston Bruins at the trade deadline, but his words also exposed the pressure of standing pat with the East tightening.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins center Morgan Geekie (39) celebrates his goal against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena.

March 22, 2026

A Bruins fan took a jab at Morgan Geekie: His response says it all

Morgan Geekie didn't let it slide, and Marco Sturm now has a fresh layer of noise around his Bruins room.

Skyler Walker

Detroit Red Wings left wing David Perron (57) takes a shot on Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) during the second period at Little Caesars Arena.

March 22, 2026

Jeremy Swayman stole Boston's biggest game of the week with 41 saves in Detroit

Jeremy Swayman gave Marco Sturm his biggest answer of the week with 41 saves in Boston's 4-2 win over Detroit.

Jonathan Ouimet

Dean Letourneau is selected by the Boston Bruins with the 25th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere.

March 21, 2026

Dean Letourneau off limits as Bruins draw hard line in trade talks

Dean Letourneau is still in Boston's plans, and Marco Sturm just got the clearest sign yet that the Bruins never wanted him moved.

Jonathan Ouimet

Boston Bruins defenseman Andrew Peeke (26), center Casey Mittelstadt (11), and defenseman Mason Lohrei (6) talk during a stop in play during the second period of the game against the Detroit Red Wings at TD Garden.

March 21, 2026

The Bruins' UFA list is short, but Don Sweeney still has two huge calls to make

Don Sweeney and Marco Sturm are heading into a sharp summer call with Viktor Arvidsson and Andrew Peeke as the only UFAs on the Boston Bruins roster.

Cimon Asselin

Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) after a stop in play during the second period of the game against the Detroit Red Wings at TD Garden.

March 21, 2026

Jeremy Swayman starts again as Bruins face Detroit in critical wild-card battle

Jeremy Swayman gets the crease again Saturday, and Marco Sturm is sticking with the same group for a massive night in Detroit.

Cimon Asselin

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