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Bruins escape 2-goal hole, emerge with win over Ducks

Elias Lindholm scored to break a third-period tie, capping a two-point performance as the visiting Boston Bruins registered a come-from-behind 4-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Friday.

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Bruins Fans Need to Reframe Expectations for Elias Lindholm in 2026-27

Seven games into the 2026-27 NHL regular season, the Boston Bruins have found new life as the team has been reconstructed around its core: Charlie McAvoy, Jeremy Swayman, and David Pastrnak.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 15

Bruins carry three-game winning streak into Ducks visit

The Boston Bruins arrive in Anaheim to face the Ducks on Friday with momentum from a one-sided victory, but also with a reminder to expect more of themselves.

Fraser Minten News / Professor Press Box / October 14

Ex-Maple Leafs' Fraser Minten Is Finding His Game in Boston

Something interesting is happening in Boston, and Toronto Maple Leafs fans should pay attention. Fraser Minten, the young forward the Maple Leafs traded to the Bruins in the deal for defenceman Brandon Carlo, is beginning to look like he belongs.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Boston Bruins On SI / October 14

Three Stars of Game For Bruins at Sharks

The Boston Bruins picked up their third straight win with a 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night. Both teams had some big performers in the contest.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

Bruins’ Youth Movement Yielding Early-Season Success

The Boston Bruins seem to have a new philosophical approach to their personnel decisions this season, and it’s one that should have fans excited. In the past, it felt like the Bruins always favored veterans over younger, less experienced players who might offer higher upside but also a lower floor.

Boston Bruins News / Field Level Media / October 14

Charlie McAvoy scores in season debut, Bruins double up Sharks

Fraser Minten had a two-goal night and Charlie McAvoy scored in his season debut as the visiting Boston Bruins topped the San Jose Sharks 6-3 on Tuesday night.

Boston Bruins News / Boston Bruins On SI / October 14

Bruins Extend Win Streak to Three Games With Win Over Sharks

The Boston Bruins (5-2) extended their win streak to three games with a 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks (3-3) on Tuesday night. The Bruins nearly

NHL News / Boston Bruins On SI / October 13

Three Storylines to Watch in Bruins at Sharks

The Boston Bruins begin their four-game road trip against the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night. While the Bruins are looking to extend their win streak

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Bruins, chasing third straight win, open West Coast trip at Sharks

The Boston Bruins aim to extend their winning streak to three games when they visit the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday. This is the first of two meetings between the interconference foes.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 10

Bruins score 3 goals in final period, keep Flyers winless

Fraser Minten's second goal of the season capped a three-goal third period for the Boston Bruins in a 5-1 win over the visiting Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday afternoon.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / October 9

Charlie McAvoy’s Looming Return Presents Bruins With Difficult Decision on Defense

Decision day is nearly here for the Boston Bruins. For months, they’ve known this day was coming, ever since the NHL Department of Public Safety handed defenseman Charlie McAvoy a six-game suspension for his slash on Buffalo Sabers forward Zach Benson during last year’s playoffs.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / October 9

Bruins continue to exceed expectations

Very few hockey fans and pundits thought the Boston Bruins would find success this season. They clinched a playoff berth in 2025-26, but were defeated in six games by a Buffalo Sabres lineup that’s taken the Atlantic Division by storm.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 9

Bruins ride offensive outburst into clash vs. winless Flyers

The Boston Bruins aim to ride the high of a season-best offensive showing when they close a three-game homestand against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday afternoon.

NHL News / Stadium Rant / October 9

Bruins Power Play Comes Alive in 6-1 Win Over Mammoth

The Boston Bruins defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-1 on Thursday night in TD Garden, moving to 3-2-0 this season after a two-game losing streak. Boston notched all six of their goals in the first two periods, with the Bruins power play notching three of them.

Pavel Zacha News / NHL Rumors / October 8

What Will the Boston Bruins do With Pending UFA Center Pavel Zacha?

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: When the Boston Bruins were talking to the Columbus Blue Jackets about Kirill Marchenko, Pavel Zacha’s name came up in talks.

Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / October 8

Bruins Looking For Young Players To Quickly Grasp Winning Formula

BRIGHTON, Mass.– The Boston Bruins already know the answer they’re looking for. They know that in order to win, they have to play a direct, disciplined, and defensively stout style.

Pavel Zacha News / Daily Faceoff / October 7

What will the Bruins do with Pavel Zacha?

One effect of the NHL’s exploding salary cap over the past two summers has been a downturn in excitement in unrestricted free agency on July 1, as more teams have more money available to sign their top players to new contracts.

Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / October 6

Bruins Have Plenty to Learn From Early Season Losses

The Boston Bruins have started the 2026-27 season 2-2-0 after dropping a 4-1 game to the Atlantic Division rival Ottawa Senators on Monday. It was a rough night for the Bruins from start to finish, but four games into an 84-game season, the result itself isn’t the biggest concern.

Matthew Poitras News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 5

Bruins Activate Matthew Poitras, To Reassign Michael Eyssimont

According to a team announcement, the Boston Bruins have activated forward Matthew Poitras from non-roster/injury designation. Because the Bruins had a full roster before the move, Boston will likely reassign forward Michael Eyssimont to the AHL’s Providence Bruins after clearing waivers this afternoon.

Boston Bruins News / Viral Sports News / October 4

Boston Bruins Dump 6-Year NHL Veteran — But There’s a Catch

The Boston Bruins placed forward Michael Eyssimont on waivers Sunday, the team announced. It seems that the Bruins plan on assigning him to their American Hockey League affiliate in Providence, a roster decision that points toward a younger lineup taking shape early in the 2026-27 season.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 4

Bruins Place Michael Eyssimont On Waivers

This afternoon the Boston Bruins shared that forward Michael Eyssimont has been placed on waivers for the purpose of assignment to AHL Providence. The news suggests that Matthew Poitras could be gearing up for a return as soon as tomorrow against Ottawa after starting the year out on injured reserve.