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Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) gets set for a face-off during the second period against the Los Angeles Kings at TD Garden.

March 14, 2026

Bruins fans would draft Charlie McAvoy way earlier today

Charlie McAvoy now lands near the very top of a 2016 NHL re-draft, and the Boston Bruins defenseman looks like one of the smartest picks of that class.

Cimon Asselin

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) skates with the puck as Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) defends during the first period at Capital One Arena.

March 14, 2026

Capitals get major boost while chasing Bruins

Cole Hutson's availability suddenly became big news for Spencer Carbery's Capitals during their game Saturday night against the Boston Bruins.

Cimon Asselin

March 14, 2026

Marco Sturm shuffles Bruins lines before Capitals clash

Marco Sturm is shaking up his lineup as the Boston Bruins arrive in Washington, with Fraser Minten moving up beside David Pastrnak.

Cimon Asselin

Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) gets set during a face-off in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena

March 14, 2026

Brad Marchand shutdown talk hits Florida Panthers playoff race

Brad Marchand and Paul Maurice are suddenly part of a story Bruins fans know well: one hard edge winger can change a room, even when he's not on the ice.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins celebrate a goal by Pavel Zacha (18) during the second period against the Detroit Red Wings at TD Garden

March 14, 2026

Dylan Larkin injury opens playoff door for Boston Bruins

Dylan Larkin's absence has opened the door, and Marco Sturm has the Bruins charging right at Detroit.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) and defenseman Mason Lohrei (6) celebrate a goal by right wing Justin Brazeau (55) during the first period against the Washington Capitals at TD Garden.

March 14, 2026

David Pastrnak drives Bruins response vs. Capitals

David Pastrnak is the Bruins' hinge Saturday, and Marco Sturm needs a cleaner road push against Spencer Carbery's Capitals after Boston's stumble in San Jose.

Skyler Walker

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

March 14, 2026

James Hagens gives Bruins late playoff option

James Hagens has put Marco Sturm and the Bruins on notice as Boston College keeps pushing, and his next move suddenly feels tied to Boston's playoff push.

Alixandrea Gearey

Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm looks on from the bench during the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2026 Stadium Series ice hockey game at Raymond James Stadium.

March 13, 2026

Marco Sturm gains major break in Bruins playoff race

Auston Matthews is done for the season, and Craig Berube's Leafs may have just handed the Boston Bruins a major break in the Eastern Conference race.

Cimon Asselin

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand (63) during the third period of game seven of the 2011 Stanley Cup finals at Rogers Arena. The Boston Bruins won 4-0.

March 13, 2026

Boston Bruins explore Brad Marchand reunion

Brad Marchand is the easy name for Marco Sturm, but Boston's storybook ending with him looks blocked right now.

Jonathan Ouimet

Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) makes a save as defenseman Andrew Peeke (26) tries to keep San Jose Sharks left wing William Eklund (72) from the rebound during the third period at TD Garden.

March 13, 2026

Boston Bruins fumble at home as Alex Nedeljkovic steals it for Sharks

David Pastrnak watched the Boston Bruins waste a home streak, a San Jose Sharks goalie stood tall, and the playoff race got tighter fast.

Skyler Walker

The Boston Bruins react after the right wing David Pastrnak (88) scored his 400th goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at the TD Garden

March 13, 2026

Don Sweeney's Maple Leafs first-rounder is suddenly the Boston Bruins' biggest side bet

Don Sweeney is holding a Toronto Maple Leafs 2026 first, and their skid has Bruins fans staring at the NHL Draft lottery with real feelings.

Alixandrea Gearey

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) before the start of the second period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

March 13, 2026

Macklin Celebrini slew-foots Jeremy Swayman in Sharks win

Macklin Celebrini crossed the line last night. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky watched his rookie drop Jeremy Swayman behind the net, sparking pure chaos in Boston.

Skyler Walker

Boston Bruins center Alex Steeves (21) attempts a shot against the Washington Capitals during the third period at the TD Garden.

March 12, 2026

Marco Sturm puts Alex Steeves back in the Bruins lineup

Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm is giving forward Alex Steeves another look tonight against the San Jose Sharks. The time for excuses is officially over.

Alexander Cole

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) warms up against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena.

March 12, 2026

David Pastrnak makes a life-changing announcement ahead of Bruins game

Boston Bruins star David Pastrnak missed morning skate for the best possible reason. Head coach Marco Sturm confirmed he and his wife Rebecca welcomed a baby girl.

Alexander Cole

Boston Bruins center Charlie Coyle (13) reacts after scoring his second goal of the game during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at TD Garden.

March 12, 2026

Charlie Coyle is making the Bruins regret their 2024 trade

Charlie Coyle is having a massive resurgence, and head coach Marco Sturm knows the Boston Bruins desperately miss his two-way presence right now.

Cimon Asselin

Boston Bruins fans cheer during the third period of their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at TD Garden.

March 12, 2026

Boston Bruins trade Massimo Rizzo to the Nashville Predators before AHL deadline

The Boston Bruins and head coach Marco Sturm traded Massimo Rizzo to the Nashville Predators in a minor-league swap today.

Skyler Walker

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) skates with the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena

March 12, 2026

David Pastrnak misses Boston Bruins morning skate but expects to play on Thursday vs the Sharks

David Pastrnak skipped Boston Bruins morning skate, and the whole rink felt that jolt of panic.

Alixandrea Gearey

March 12, 2026

Frederic Brunet's extension with the Boston Bruins already looks like a steal

Frédéric Brunet's Boston Bruins extension hit the timeline fast, and his Providence Bruins work keeps screaming "call him up."

Skyler Walker

Boston Bruins left wing A.J. Greer (10) against the Philadelphia Flyers during the second period at Wells Fargo Center

March 12, 2026

Former Boston Bruins winger A.J. Greer nearly traded at NHL deadline

A.J. Greer nearly got dealt by the Florida Panthers, and the former Boston Bruins winger wants security after the NHL trade deadline.

Alixandrea Gearey

March 11, 2026

Bruins draft pick dominates NCAA to prove NHL readiness

The Boston Bruins have a gem in the NCAA right now, and head coach Marco Sturm should be thrilled about the development of defenseman Elliott Groenewold.

Alexander Cole

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 11, 2026

Bruins prospect James Hagens is ready to steal the show

James Hagens is officially ready for the Show, and Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm needs to give him a serious look next season.

Alexander Cole

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