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Bruins’ James Hagens Exceeding Expectations, Sturm Preaching Patience
Boston rookie James Hagens is surpassing expectations, leading all NHL rookies with 12 points in 16 games and tying for the most rookie goals (six) while ranking second on the Bruins. Playing the third line with Elias Lindholm and Casey Mittelstadt, he thrives in high‑danger areas, scoring four goals within seven feet of the net and leading forwards with 16 blocked shots. Coach Marco Sturm praises his development but urges patience, noting Hagens still has room to grow after 18 regular‑season games. The line boasts a 54.95% shot share and a 7‑2 scoring edge, helping shut down opponents like Macklin Celebrini and Jack Eichel.
Bruins Postgame: More from James Hagens, Third Line Dominates Again
The Boston Bruins extend their home streak to six games with a 3-2 shootout win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Nov. 3, 2026. Rookie James Hagens scored the opening goal and, now leading all rookies with 12 points in 16 games, continues to anchor the third line alongside Casey Mittelstadt and Elias Lindholm. David Pastrnak delivered the shootout winner while Jeremy Swayman stopped 21 shots. Morgan Geekie broke out with back‑to‑back goals, including a power‑play tally. Coach Marco Sturm praised Hagens’ rapid development, noting the line’s dominance in high‑danger chances and matchups against top opponents.
Bruins Hold Off Golden Knights’ Comeback Bid, Win in Shootout
The Boston Bruins clinched a 3‑2 shootout victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Nov. 3, 2026, improving to 11‑4‑1. James Hagens (6) and Morgan Geekie (3) scored in regulation, while David Pastrnak sealed the win with the shootout‑winner. Jeremy Swayman stopped 27 of 29 shots. The game featured a roughing incident involving Charlie McAvoy and a five‑minute major for Braeden Bowman after he elbowed Matthew Poitrás, who left the game injured. Trevor Connelly tied the third period, forcing overtime and the shootout. The Bruins head to Pittsburgh next.
Bruins Unveil Brown, College-Inspired ‘Hometown Remix’ Sweater
The Boston Bruins debut a brown “Varsity Sweater” as part of the NHL/Fanatics ‘Hometown Remix’ series, honoring Boston’s four college hockey powerhouses—BC, BU, Harvard and Northeastern. The design, the first brown uniform since the team’s 1924 debut, features a serif "BRUINS" logo, front numbers (a nod to the 1940s), a red‑brick Freedom Trail hem and beveled back numbers. Cam Neely calls it a tribute to the city’s hockey heritage. The sweater will appear in 12 games this season, starting Thursday, Nov. 12 against the Canadiens, with a Homecoming event and Northeastern pep band for fans.
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Shane Wright Trade; More History for McDavid
The Boston Bruins wrap up a two‑game homestand Thursday night, hosting the Vegas Golden Knights at TD Garden after a day off. The Bruins (10‑4‑1) sit atop the Atlantic Division, while the Knights (9‑5‑1) chase a Pacific Division comeback. Defenseman Nikita Zadorov receives a $5,000 fine and a four‑minute double minor for roughing Chicago’s Alex Vlasic. Meanwhile, Shane Wright is traded to Nashville in a one‑for‑one deal with Matthew Wood heading to Seattle, and the Devils flip goalie Remi Poirier to Washington. Connor McDavid makes history, becoming the fastest player to 30 assists in a season during Edmonton’s 4‑1 win over the Rangers. The daily roundup also previews tonight’s NHL slate.
Bruins Game 16: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Golden Knights (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (10‑4‑1) close a two‑game home stretch on Nov. 2 by hosting the Vegas Golden Knights (9‑5‑1) at TD Garden, 7:00 PM. Boston leads the Atlantic Division with 21 points and ranks in the league’s top‑10 for goals for (3.67) and against (2.40), while Vegas sits second in the Pacific, posting 3.47 GF and 2.93 GA per game. Expected lineups feature stars like David Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy and Jeremy Swayman for the Bruins, and Jack Eichel, Mark Stone and Carter Hart for the Knights. Both teams have contrasting special‑team stats – Boston’s 19.6% power play vs. Vegas’s 27.3% – making the matchup a key early‑season test.
Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov Fined for Punch on Alex Vlasic
The NHL Department of Player Safety fines Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov $5,000—the maximum under the CBA—after he punched Chicago’s Alex Vlasic during a chaotic second‑period pile‑up on November 1, 2026. Zadorov received a four‑minute double minor and a 10‑minute misconduct, finishing with 14 penalty minutes as Boston pulls off a 5‑4 comeback win. The incident adds to Zadorov’s league‑leading 47 penalty minutes and marks his third $5,000 fine with the Bruins, following a similar penalty in April 2026.
Daily Bean: Bruins Comeback Win; Kucherov’s Trade Request; Dylan Larkin
The Boston Bruins snap a two‑game slide with a dramatic comeback, rallying from two goals down in the third to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4‑3 in overtime. Morgan Geekie scores with 10.2 seconds left, and Elias Lindholm nets the OT winner—his first as a Bruin—while David Pastrnak moves into sole possession of third place on the franchise’s all‑time goal list (428). Elsewhere, Nikita Kucherov’s trade request dominates Lightning headlines, with reports that Montreal and Toronto are top targets, while Detroit’s Dylan Larkin faces criticism amid an unresolved trade list. The recap also touches on the Devils’ 9‑5‑0 start, the Canadiens thriving without Nick Suzuki, and the Sharks’ struggle after a 5‑1 loss to Ottawa.
Bruins Postgame: A Gutsy Comeback, Elias Lindholm’s Bigger Impact
The Boston Bruins rally from a two‑goal third‑period hole to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5‑4 in overtime on Halloween, securing a vital point on the road. Elias Lindholm nets his fifth goal and first overtime winner for Boston, while David Pastrnak, Casey Mittelstadt, Mason Lohrei and Morgan Geekie score in regulation. Goal‑keeper Michael DiPietro records a career‑high 37 saves, including three in OT. The Blackhawks dominated early shot totals (41‑22 on 5‑on‑5) and led twice, but a late surge—highlighted by Geekie’s game‑tying blast with 10.2 seconds left—shifts momentum. Coach Marco Sturm praises the team’s grit and character after a rough stretch.
Bruins Complete Late Comeback in Overtime, Snap Losing Streak
The Boston Bruins snapped a two‑game losing streak with a 5‑4 overtime victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Halloween. After falling behind twice, the Bruins rallied late, tying the game when Casey Mittelstadt scored on a drop‑pass from James Hagens. Morgan Geekie clinched regulation with a goal ten seconds left, sending the match to overtime where Elias Lindholm secured the win. David Pastrnak recorded his 428th career goal, moving into third place on the franchise’s all‑time list. Goaltender Michael DiPietro made 38 saves, while the Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane opened scoring on a power play. The Bruins now host the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday.
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Kucherov Wants Out; Edvinsson Trade Talk
The Boston Bruins host the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 31 for a holiday matinee, entering the game at 9-4-1 after back‑to‑back losses and a sluggish offense. Coach Marco Sturm praises rookie defenseman Will Borgen, who posts a league‑tied +14 rating, 39 hits and 16 blocked shots in 14 games. Across the NHL, lightning‑fast news breaks: Nikita Kucherov tells Tampa Bay he won’t re‑sign and is seeking a trade, despite the Lightning’s refusal to move him. Meanwhile, the Flyers and Sharks join the Bruins on the list of teams courting defenseman Simon Edvinsson. The CAS overturns the IIHF ban on Russia, sparking further international debate.
Bruins Game 15: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Blackhawks (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (9-4-1) host the Chicago Blackhawks (4-9-0) on Oct. 31 at 1 PM in Boston, opening a two‑game homestand. Boston leads the Atlantic Division by a point but has scored just one goal in each of its last two games, while the Blackhawks sit 31st league‑wide, lack a road win and rank last in power‑play efficiency (10%). Expected lineups feature Pastrnak, McAvoy and starter Jeremy Swayman for the Bruins, and Bedard, Kane and Spencer Knight for Chicago. The game airs on NESN, with radio on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
Bruins’ Will Borgen Has Been ‘A Nice Surprise’ For Marco Sturm
Four weeks into the season, Boston’s July‑1 trade for defenseman Will Borgen is proving a "nice surprise" for coach Marco Sturm. In 14 games Borgen has logged 30:05 minutes on the penalty kill, posted a +14 rating (tied for fourth in the league), and contributed four points (2‑2‑4), including two empty‑net long‑range goals. He’s been paired with Nikita Zadorov and Hampus Lindholm, helping the Bruins outshoot opponents 53‑50 and outscore them 7‑2 while on the ice. Sturm, who admitted knowing little about Borgen before the deal, praises the right‑handed defender’s fit and defensive reliability as exactly the upgrade the Bruins sought.
Daily Bean: Bruins Lose; Larkin Suspended; Flyers Reality Check
The Boston Bruins stumble on a two‑game road swing, losing 2‑1 to Carolina and 4‑1 to the St. Louis Blues, prompting coach Marco Sturm to label the performance “unacceptable” and skip the morning skate before tomorrow’s home game. Meanwhile, Detroit suspends former captain Dylan Larkin without pay, forcing a $41,000 daily forfeiture as he awaits a trade; the Bruins are among three outside teams showing interest. The Flyers face a harsh reality check after a sluggish 15‑game start, while the Oilers scout 6‑foot‑9 forward Matt Rempe for added size, and the Penguins survive a wild finish with a last‑second hat‑trick by Logan Cooley. All this and more lands in today’s Daily Bean.
Bruins Postgame: Costly Mistakes, An ‘Unacceptable’ Night
The Boston Bruins’ 9-4-1 streak ends with a 4-1 loss to Jim Montgomery’s St. Louis Blues at the Enterprise Center on Oct. 30, 2026. James Hagens scores the lone Boston goal while Jeremy Swayman makes 14 saves; the Blues’ Robert Thomas and Philip Broberg each tally three points, and Joel Hofer stops 31 of 32 shots. Coach Marco Sturm calls the performance “unacceptable,” citing missed assignments, poor special‑teams (0‑for‑2 power play vs. 2‑for‑3 for St. Louis) and sloppy line changes. Despite a late surge that outshot the Blues 14‑2, Boston’s three‑point division lead shrinks to one. The team heads home for a practice before Saturday’s home opener against the Chicago Blackhawks.
Bruins Give Up Four Unanswered Goals in Second Straight Loss
The Boston Bruins fell 4-1 to the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 30, 2026, handing the Bruins their second straight loss. James Hagens netted the lone Boston goal—an unusual tip‑in between his legs—while Jeremy Swayman stopped 14 of 18 shots. A penalty on Charlie McAvoy sparked a power‑play tie, and the Blues answered with goals from Jimmy Snuggerud, Philip Broberg, and Robert Thomas, the latter scoring a backhand on a six‑second PP to seal the game. Boston (9-4-1) returns home to practice before opening a two‑game home stretch against the Chicago Blackhawks (Halloween matinee).
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Trade Board; Salary Cap Could Skyrocket
The Boston Bruins head to St. Louis tonight (Oct. 29) to snap a two‑game skid, facing former coach Jim Montgomery's Blues (9-3-1 vs 5-6-1). The Bruins have won seven of their last nine and remain top in goals for and against, while the Blues endure a 123:55 shutout stretch. Off the ice, Charlie Jacobs assumes the Bruins' governorship from his father Jeremy, and the league’s salary cap is projected to hit $150 million by 2029‑30. The Daily Bean also notes trade rumors—Dylan Larkin tops The Athletic’s board—and Quinn Hughes’ pending contract talks, plus Jacob Fowler’s 46‑save shutout for the Wild.
Bruins Game 14: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Blues (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (9-3-1) look to rebound from their first regulation loss since Oct. 5 as they close a two‑game road swing against the St. Louis Blues (5-6-1) on Oct. 29. Despite a lone goal on Tuesday, Boston still ranks fourth in goals‑for (3.77) and second in goals‑against (2.15), holding a three‑point lead in the Atlantic Division. The Blues, coming off back‑to‑back shutouts and a 123:55 goalless streak, will field ex‑Bruin defenseman Brandon Carlo in his fourth matchup versus Boston. Expected lines feature Pastrnak, Zacha and McAvoy for the Bruins, and Joel Hofer guarding the net for St. Louis. The game airs at 8 p.m. on NESN, with a radio simulcast on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
Torch Passed: Charlie Jacobs Named Bruins Governor
Boston Bruins announce a historic leadership change as longtime governor Jeremy Jacobs steps down after 51 years, naming his son Charlie Jacobs as the new governor effective immediately. Charlie, who has served as the team's alternate governor for 26 years and has been CEO since 2015, will represent the Bruins on the NHL Board of Governors. Jeremy, who purchased the team in 1975 and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2017, also relinquishes the NHL board chairmanship to Capitals owner Ted Leonsis. The transition underscores the Jacobs family's continued stewardship of the franchise.
Daily Bean: Bruins Lose; Hellebuyck Debuts; Hometown Remix Leaks
The Boston Bruins see their eight‑game point streak snap with a 2‑1 loss to defending champion Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center, as Pavel Zacha scores the lone goal and Jeremy Swayman makes 28 saves. The club heads to St. Louis after a day off. Meanwhile, the Connor Hellebuyck era kicks off in New Jersey with a 5‑1 win over Dallas, and mockup designs for the NHL’s Hometown Remix jerseys, including a brown Boston sweater, surface online. Additional highlights feature Jacob Fowler’s 46‑save shutout for Montreal, Matthew Schaefer’s historic overtime stretch, and updates on Artturi Lehkonen’s contract and Brenden Dillon’s no‑trade clause.
Bruins Postgame: Point Streak Over, Where Things Went Wrong
The Boston Bruins' eight‑game point streak ends with a 2‑1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Oct. 28, 2026, at Raleigh's Lenovo Center. Pavel Zacha scores on the power play 91 seconds in, but turnovers lead to Jackson Blake and Sebastian Aho’s goals, the latter the game‑winner. Swayman makes 28 saves (1.30 GAA‑above‑expected) while the Bruins muster just 15 shots, including a 20:39 shot drought. Coach Marco Sturm cites puck‑management lapses and the Hurricanes' aggressive forecheck as key issues. Penalty kills keep the game close, but the Bruins can’t capitalize, snapping their point streak and marking their first regulation defeat since Oct. 5.
Bruins Point Streak Ends in Loss to Hurricanes
The Boston Bruins’ 9‑3‑1 point streak ends with a 2‑1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes (10‑2‑2) at the Lenovo Center on Oct. 28, 2026. Pavel Zacha scores the lone Bruins goal while Jeremy Swayman makes 28 saves. Hurricanes’ Sebastian Aho breaks the tie early in the third on a 3‑on‑2 play, and Carolina holds on despite two Bruins power‑play chances. The game features a fight between Tanner Jeannot and Nic Deslauriers and several penalties that limit Boston’s offense. The Bruins have a day off before finishing their road trip against the St. Louis Blues Thursday night.
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Hometown Remix; Reimer’s Rough Return
The Boston Bruins head to Raleigh to clash with defending Stanley Cup champions Carolina Hurricanes, with both clubs tied atop the NHL standings (Bruins 9‑2‑1, Hurricanes 9‑2‑2). Coach Marco Sturm stresses that the game isn’t a yardstick, while forward Morgan Geekie opens up about his scoring slump. The matchup follows the Bruins’ eight‑game point streak and precedes a morning skate before a road trip to St. Louis. Meanwhile, the league’s Hometown Remix sweater rollout is imminent, the Rangers’ James Reimer struggles in his return, and Taylor Hall eyes a comeback for the Hurricanes, while trade chatter swirls around Washington’s Ivan Miroshnichenko.
Bruins Game 13: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Hurricanes (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (9‑2‑1) head to Raleigh on Oct. 27 to face defending champs Carolina Hurricanes (9‑2‑2), with the Hurricanes holding a one‑point edge for the NHL’s top spot. Both clubs ride hot streaks—the Bruins on a 7‑0‑1 road run and the Hurricanes after a 4‑0 shutout win by Pyotr Kochetkov, who’s 7‑0‑0 with a 1.70 GAA. Expected lineups feature Pastrnak, McAvoy and Swayman for Boston, and Aho, Svechnikov and Kochetkov for Carolina. The Bruins’ power play sits at 22.2% (12th) while the Hurricanes are 25.5% (8th). Game airs at 8 PM on ESPN (US) / SN360 (CA) and streams on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
Bruins Practice: Sturm Eyes Cup Champions; Geekie Talks Scoring Struggles
The Boston Bruins head into a two‑game road swing, opening against defending Stanley Cup champions Carolina Hurricanes. Coach Marco Sturm stresses that beating the Cup winners is the goal, not a measuring stick, as the Bruins sit atop the Atlantic Division with a 7‑0‑1 streak. Forward Morgan Geekie, a former Hurricane draft pick, struggles with his scoring – just one goal in 12 games (8.3% shooting) after a 39‑goal season last year – but remains unfazed. Sturm highlights the third line’s success (Lindholm, Mittelstadt, Hagens) against top competition, noting strong 5‑on‑5 performance and expected‑goals edge. The preview previews a key test for Boston’s early‑season ambitions.
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