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Morgan Geekie on hot scoring run as Bruins prep for Blues rematch

The St. Louis Blues don't need a reminder to keep track of Boston Bruins winger Morgan Geekie Tuesday night. When the teams played Dec. 4 in Boston, Geekie scored a goal and earned two assists as the Bruins rolled to a 5-2 victory.

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Bruins' David Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy could return this week

Entering Monday tied for first place in the Atlantic Division, the Boston Bruins appear to be on the verge of receiving a few major reinforcements as David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy could suit up by the end of the week.

Charlie McAvoy News / ESPN / December 8

Bruins' McAvoy nears return after face injury

Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy is back on the ice and hopes to return soon from a face injury.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy, David Pastrnak hope to play during team’s road trip

The Boston Bruins are hoping two of their biggest contributors will return to the lineup this week. Forward David Pastrnak and defenseman Charlie McAvoy will join the Bruins for their upcoming three-game road trip in the Central Division, according to The Athletic Boston reporter Fluto Shinzawa, with each player hoping to play at some point.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

Bruins News & Rumors: McAvoy’s Injury, the Emergence of Steeves & More

The Boston Bruins have been one of the most surprising teams since the start of the 2025-26 season. They got off to a very hot start and have kept it going, which has led to them being tied for first in the Atlantic Division with the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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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.

Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / December 7

AHL: Providence Struggles to Score Despite Outshooting Thunderbirds

The Providence Bruins returned home to face the Springfield Thunderbirds tonight. The Bruins beat the Thunderbirds 4-3 in overtime last night. Michael DiPietro got the start for Providence, bringing in a 9-3-0 record, a 2.08 goals-against average, and a .928 save percentage.

David Pastrnak News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

David Pastrnak questionable for Bruins’ three-game road trip

The Boston Bruins could embark on a three-game road trip through the Western Conference without their superstar goal-scorer.

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Boston Bruins News / Field Level Media / December 6

Morgan Geekie stays hot as Bruins extend Devils' skid

Morgan Geekie's 22nd goal of the season and 10th in a nine-game span in the second period proved to be the game-winner in the Boston Bruins' 4-1 victory over the visiting New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.

Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / December 6

AHL: Providence Beats Springfield in Overtime; Wins Four of Five on Road Trip

The Providence Bruins played the final road game of their five-game road trip tonight against the Springfield Thunderbirds. The Bruins are 3-1-0 on their road trip entering tonight’s game.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

3 Bruins Who Will Represent Their Countries at the 2026 Winter Olympics

It’s December, and that means one of two things: 1. The holidays are coming up, and 2. We’re two months from the Olympic Games in February. Sure, the IIHF World Junior Championship comes first, but this is the first time since the 2014 Olympics that NHL players are included.

Charlie McAvoy News / Breakaway on SI / December 6

Bruins' Charlie McAvoy Progressing from Traumatic Injury

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy suffered one of the most traumatic injuries an NHL player can sustain. The star defender took a slap shot directly off the jaw in a contest against the Montreal Canadiens just under a month ago.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 6

After consecutive shutout losses, Devils search for scoring vs. Bruins

With injuries leading to often-changing lineups for Boston, one thing has stayed the same: The Bruins have earned to very few easy wins this season. In fact, a 5-2 victory over the St.

Alex Steeves News / Inside The Rink / December 5

Player Profile: Alex Steeves

Alexander Steeves was born on December 10, 1999, in Bedford, New Hampshire. Steeves’ brother, Ben, plays for the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

2 Bruins Forwards Exceeding Expectations

Heading into December, the Boston Bruins sit in second place in the Atlantic Division behind only the Tampa Bay Lightning, and it seems more and more likely that the Bruins will be in the playoff conversation down the stretch, something few would have predicted just two months ago.

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Jeremy Swayman News / Breakaway on SI / December 5

Bruins' Jeremy Swayman Gets Endorsement for Team USA Goalie

If former NHL center Mike Rupp has his way, Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman will be between the pipes for Team USA once the 2026 Winter Olympics roll around this upcoming February.

Charlie McAvoy News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy drops firm injury timeline after taking puck to face

It has been nearly a month since Charlie McAvoy exited a game against the Montreal Canadiens after taking a puck to the face. Now, the Bruins defenseman has given an injury timeline and details about his possible return, according to Bruins beat writer Jim McBride.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Steeves, Geekie, and Zacha Lead Bruins to Victory Over Blues

On Thursday night, the St. Louis Blues and Boston Bruins met for the first time this season. The game took place at TD Garden in Boston, the same arena where the Blues defeated the Bruins to win their first Stanley Cup back in 2019.

Boston Bruins News / Yardbarker / December 4

Surprising Bruins player now one of NHL's top goal-scorers

Bruins' Morgan Geekie has shockingly become one of NHL's top goal-scorers

If you look at the goal-scoring leaders in the NHL through the first two months of the 2025-26 season you will see a lot of names who make sense there.

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Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 4

Bruins place Michael Callahan on injured reserve, recall Victor Soderstrom

The Bruins announced they’ve placed defenseman Michael Callahan on injured reserve. In a corresponding move, defenseman Victor Söderström was recalled from AHL Providence under emergency conditions.

Boston Bruins News / Breakaway on SI / December 4

Canada Must Pass on Top Bruins Scorer

Everyone has taken notice of the new level Morgan Geekie has reached with the Boston Bruins. The former middle-six forward has emerged as a top scoring threat in Beantown.

Viktor Arvidsson News / Daily Faceoff / December 2

Bruins’ Viktor Arvidsson to return vs. Red Wings

The Boston Bruins are getting a piece of good news on the injury front, as winger Viktor Arvidsson is expected to return to their lineup for Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings.

Viktor Arvidsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 2

Bruins likely to activate Viktor Arvidsson

Although they will be without star winger David Pastrňák for the third straight game, the Boston Bruins will get a boost to their top-six tonight. In a new report from Conor Ryan of Boston.com, the Bruins are likely to welcome winger Viktor Arvidsson back from the injured reserve ahead of their upcoming contest against the Detroit Red Wings.

David Pastrnak News / Athlon Sports / December 1