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Bruins Sign First-Rounder to AHL Tryout Agreement

James Hagens has signed an AHL amateur tryout agreement (ATO) with the Boston Bruins and will report to the Providence Bruins. Hagens — who appeared in 34 games with Boston College this season — joined the Providence Bruins for their team practice at Amica Mutual Pavilion on the morning of March 24.

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Bruins host Rhode Island state champions striken by tragedy

The Boston Bruins had special guests at practice on Monday. In February, tragedy struck in Pawtuckett, as the Blackstone Valley Co-op hockey team was playing their senior night, when a shooting took place, killing three family members of Blackstone Captain Colin Dorgan.

James Hagens News / Daily Faceoff / March 24

Top prospect James Hagens signs ATO with AHL’s Providence Bruins

The Boston Bruins announced Monday they signed forward James Hagens to an amateur tryout agreement (ATO) and that he will report to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins, on Tuesday.

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Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23

Bruins Sign James Hagens To ATO

3/23/26: The Bruins announced late Monday night that Hagens has signed an amateur tryout agreement (ATO) with the franchise, and will report to the club’s AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jeremy Swayman News / NHL Trade Talk / March 23

From Trade Talk to Backbone: Swayman Carrying Boston

The Boston Bruins are finding themselves in a solid position—holding a wild card spot with 12 games remaining in the season. They’ve been leaning heavily on elite goaltending from Jeremy Swayman to stay competitive—which is a positive twist given that it wasn’t all that long ago Swayman trade talk had surfaced.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23

Bruins search for breathing room in standings vs. scuffling Maple Leafs

There is no such thing as breathing room in NHL playoff races this season, but the Boston Bruins look to ride the momentum of a major win into their return home for a Tuesday night matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Swayman Stepping Up in Bruins’ Biggest Games

When the games matter most, Jeremy Swayman is consistently at his best. For a team locked in a heated playoff race like the Boston Bruins, this could ultimately be the difference between making the postseason or beginning their offseason early.

James Hagens News / Daily Faceoff / March 22

Could James Hagens have a big impact on the Bruins this season?

The NHL Trade Deadline is usually considered the last chance for a team to improve its roster for a playoff run. Every so often, however, a team can get a late-season influx of talent from the NCAA, as the college season wraps up with about a month left to go in the NHL season.

Vincent Trocheck News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Bruins Should Pursue Vincent Trocheck in a Trade This Offseason

If the Boston Bruins are to re-emerge from their retool in a timely fashion, they will need to check in on veteran talent that puts them on the right track.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 22

Jeremy Swayman’s dominance vs. Red Wings draws ‘unbelievable’ Marco Sturm praise

The NHL’s marquee matchup on Saturday night was a clash between two Original Six franchises. The Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins are chasing each other in the Eastern Conference Wild Card race.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 22

Bruins surge in third, down Red Wings in race for playoff berth

The visiting Boston Bruins scored twice in a 3:20 span in the third period to turn around a one-goal deficit en route to a 4-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings in a crucial matchup between Atlantic Division rivals on Saturday night.

Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 21

Bruins’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

After finishing in last place in the Atlantic Division a year ago, the Boston Bruins were no longer viewed as a team of influence in the NHL. They hired

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 21

Bruins expect to sign James Hagens

Assuming that Hagens eventually signs a deal that begins this season, he’d become eligible to play for the Bruins down the stretch and in the postseason if they qualify.

Bruins’ Elias Lindholm experience is a cautionary tale in frivolous spending

Trent Frederic out indefinitely as injury-bitten Oilers lose another forward

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Boston Bruins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 21

Bruins’ Pavel Zacha gets real on using Olympic snub to fuel career year

Pavel Zacha and the Boston Bruins are fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Boston is currently tied on points with the Detroit Red Wings for the top Wild Card spot, though they own the tiebreaker.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 20

Deadlocked Bruins, Red Wings face off in major matchup

While the Boston Bruins have won 14 of their last 15 home games, holding onto one of the final Eastern Conference playoff spots will require an improved effort on the road.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

2026 NHL Draft: Top 10 NCAA players you need to know

With the NCAA allowing players with major-junior experience to make the move, the college hockey talent pool has never been deeper.

Gavin McKenna, James Hagens highlight 2026 Hobey Baker Award top 10 finalists

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Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / March 19

Boston Bruins Defensive Prospect Earns All-ECAC Honors

Boston Bruins fans are excited about a handful of prospects at the forward position. James Hagens is set to sign an entry-level contract with Boston as soon as his season with Boston College is over.

Lukas Reichel News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18

Bruins Recall Lukas Reichel Under Emergency Conditions

The Bruins announced that they’ve recalled forward Lukas Reichel from AHL Providence under emergency conditions. As Boston has 13 healthy forwards rostered, there are evidently a pair of undisclosed injuries that may affect their lineup against the Jets tomorrow, allowing Reichel to qualify for the emergency designation.

Boston Bruins News / The Sick Podcast / March 17