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Bruins’ Geekie Contract Is One of the NHL’s Biggest Steals

Morgan Geekie’s contract is one of the best values in the NHL. The 27-year-old signed a six-year, $33 million extension in June, giving him a $5.5 million cap hit through 2031.

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Are the Boston Bruins back as beasts of the East?

A disappointing 2024-25 season for the Boston Bruins ultimately led to a mini-firesale leading up to last year’s NHL Trade Deadline. Dealing captain Brad

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 13

Panthers' Brad Marchand reaches huge career milestone

NHL fans might not like Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand when he is playing against their favorite team, but he has definitely earned his place as one of the best players of his era.

Shane Pinto's lucrative extension with Senators sets new baseline

The saga is over: Maple Leafs officially cutting ties with David Kampf

Maple Leafs have a more serious problem than just defensive lapses

Toronto Maple Leafs get injury updates on Anthony Stolarz, Auston Matthews

Rangers HC Mike Sullivan proved right on rookie demotion

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / November 13

3 Reasons the Bruins Have Found Success So Far

Going into Thursday night’s matchup with the Ottawa Senators, it’s no secret the Boston Bruins have gotten off to a hot start this season. The Bruins have opened the season 11-7-0, tied for the top spot in the Atlantic Division with the Montreal Canadiens, who come into Thursday night 10-4-2.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Should teams be clearing the bench for every milestone goal?

Boston Bruins winger David Pastrnak hit a major milestone on Tuesday night when he scored the 400th goal of his NHL career in a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

David Pastrnak News / Field Level Media / November 12

Fresh off history, David Pastrnak's Bruins take on Senators

As the Boston Bruins continue to roll with seven straight wins, so too do the rematches. After banking back-to-back 5-3 wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Bruins will start a two-game Canadian trip against another Atlantic Division foe in the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.

Boston Bruins News / Stadium Rant / November 12

Boston Bruins Are Looking Focused During Winning Streak

The Boston Bruins came into the 2025-26 season with lower expectations than normal, given the personnel changes that have occurred over the last few months for the team.

David Pastrnak News / Boston Sports Journal / November 12

Pastrnak provides snapshot moment for the Bruins

BOSTON – Somewhere in his hometown of Havirov in the Czech Republic, David Pastrnak’s mother has a trophy room of sorts devoted to his hockey accomplishments, accolades and the milestone pucks that the game-breaking force of nature has kept over the course of his career.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Bruins' Nikita Zadorov Addresses Hard Hit on Auston Matthews

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews left Tuesday’s 5–3 loss to the Boston Bruins after a second-period hit from defenseman Nikita Zadorov sent him into the boards.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 11

Bruins Extend Streak With Win Over Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins are on a roll that doesn’t appear to be stopping anytime soon. With their 5-3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs tonight, the Bruins extended their league-high win streak to seven games.

David Pastrnak News / The Hockey Writers / November 11

Pastrnak Scores Twice to Help Lead Bruins Over Maple Leafs 5-3

The Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs faced off against each other for the second time in less than a week. In their first meeting on Saturday night, things didn’t go as planned for the Maple Leafs with the Bruins scoring a late third-period goal to win it.

David Pastrnak News / Field Level Media / November 11

David Pastrnak's 400th, 401st goals power Bruins past Leafs

David Pastrnak became the sixth 400-goal scorer in Bruins history as part of a two-goal, one-assist performance, leading Boston to a 5-3 win over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Bruins' David Pastrnak scores 400th career NHL goal

Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak hit a major milestone.

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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Mason Lohrei News / NHL Trade Talk / November 11

'Angry' Mason Lohrei Trying to Stay Positive After Sitting for Bruins

Mason Lohrei’s anger has become a talking point — and, lately, a driving force — behind the Boston Bruins’ surge. After signing a two-year, $6.4 million extension this summer, the 24-year-old defenseman didn’t expect to be watching from the press box for five straight games.

Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 11

Bruins legend Zdeno Chara’s powerful message for Patrice Bergeron at HOF induction

Boston Bruins great Zdeno Chara was finally inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto on Monday. The 6-foot-9 Chara, even at 48 years old, still looked intimidating as ever as he stood on the stage for his speech.

Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 10

Excited by Bruins’ hot streak? Here’s why you should be

The Boston Bruins endured a painful 2024-25 season. After years of handling their business in the NHL as one of the elite Eastern Conference teams, age, retirements and injuries caught up with the team and the Bruins fell all the way to last place in the Atlantic Division.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 10

Bruins aim to double down, Maple Leafs eye revenge in rematch

It's only November, but the Boston Bruins could certainly count Saturday's 5-3 win at the Toronto Maple Leafs as a statement game. The Atlantic Division rivals will not have to wait long for a rematch, as they will face off Tuesday in Boston.

Casey Mittelstadt News / Daily Faceoff / November 10

Bruins’ Casey Mittelstadt out week-to-week with upper-body injury

The Boston Bruins will be without a key piece of their forward group for the time being, as center Casey Mittelstadt is set to be sidelined on a week-to-week basis with an upper-body injury.

Boston Bruins News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Bruins Player Sends Strong Message After Five Consecutive DNPs

The Boston Bruins extended their win streak to six games with Saturday night’s 5–3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Defenseman Mason Lohrei returned to the lineup after being a healthy scratch in five of the previous six games, his last appearance before Saturday's coming in Oct.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 9

Presumed No. 1 NHL pick seeing draft stock take a hit?

17-year-old Gavin McKenna is one of the top prospects in hockey and the presumptive No. 1 pick in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft. Currently playing NCAA hockey for the Penn State Nittany Lions, he’s gotten off to a productive start, scoring 14 points in 12 games.

Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 8

Bruins down 2 more players seeking 6th straight win

The Boston Bruins have just begun adjusting to life without Elias Lindholm — who was placed on injured reserve on Saturday — and they’ll be without two other key players in a rivalry matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 8

Bruins place Elias Lindholm on IR, recall Alex Steeves

According to a team announcement, the Boston Bruins have placed forward Elias Lindholm on the injured reserve and recalled forward Alex Steeves in a corresponding roster move.

Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 6

Insider Creates Trade Buzz Around Bruins Defenseman

If there wasn’t chatter about the Boston Bruins potentially trading defenseman Mason Lohrei, there probably is now. After NHL insider Elliotte Friedman brought up the young blueliner in his recent written 32 Thoughts column, there is chatter that the Bruins might be ready to move on.

Christopher Pelosi News / Inside The Rink / November 5

Another Boston Bruins Prospect Excelling in NCAA

After a solid freshman season that saw him score 13 goals with 11 assists, Christopher Pelosi is on pace to surpass those numbers in his sophomore season at Quinnipiac University.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 4