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Bruins place former first-round pick on waivers

According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Boston Bruins have placed depth forward John Beecher on waivers. If he clears by this time tomorrow, the Bruins can safely reassign him to the AHL’s Providence Bruins.

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Bruins place Viktor Arvidsson, Casey Mittelstadt on injured reserve

The Boston Bruins announced Monday that forwards Viktor Arvidsson and Casey Mittelstadt have been placed on injured reserve, while defenseman Jordan Harris has been placed on long-term injured reserve.

Boston Bruins News / Field Level Media / November 16

Bruins put home winning streak on line against 'Canes

After beating a renewed rival on the road, the Boston Bruins now look to hold down home ice. The Atlantic Division-leading Bruins want to bank a seventh consecutive home victory when they welcome the Carolina Hurricanes on Monday night before embarking on a California swing.

Charlie McAvoy News / Bleacher Report / November 16

Watch: Charlie McAvoy’s tooth fell out

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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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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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Charlie McAvoy, Viktor Arvidsson hurt in Bruins win

The Boston Bruins left Montreal with a win on Saturday night, but could pay the price with two veteran injuries. Star defenseman Charlie McAvoy sustained an upper-body injury after being struck in the jaw by a shot from the blue-line.

Fraser Minten News / The Hockey Writers / November 16

Bruins’ Trade for Fraser Minten Adds to List of Great Deals with Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins have had a rich history of trading with their division rival Toronto Maple Leafs. Inside this century, they’ve made trades where they’ve ended up on the winning side of things.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 16

Tanner Jeannot Needed Less Than 10 Seconds To Take Down Arber Xhekaj During Bruins-Canadiens

Tanner Jeannot needed less than 10 seconds to drop Arber Xhekaj during a fight that stunned Bell Centre on Saturday night. It overshadowed the Boston Bruins’ 3-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Charlie McAvoy News / Daily Faceoff / November 16

Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy leaves game against Canadiens after taking puck to face

Boston Bruins’ defenseman Charlie McAvoy left Saturday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens with an upper-body injury after taking a puck to the face.

Viktor Arvidsson News / The Hockey Writers / November 15

Bruins Edge Canadiens as Arvidsson’s 200th Goal Stands as Winner

It’s not often you’re considered winners of the special-teams battle when you give up a shorthanded goal. However, in killing off two long five-on-three power plays, the Boston Bruins stood tall when the final buzzer sounded, as they beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 at the Bell Centre in Saturday night action.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 15

Bruins edge Atlantic foe Canadiens in penalty-filled game

The visiting Boston Bruins scored twice in the second period to break a 1-1 tie and held on to defeat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in Saturday night's battle of the top two teams in the Atlantic Division.

Charlie McAvoy News / Field Level Media / November 15

Bruins D Charlie McAvoy hit in face by puck vs. Canadiens, ruled out

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy was hit in the face by a puck in the second period and was ruled out of Saturday's game against the host Montreal Canadiens.

Boston Bruins News / Field Level Media / November 14

Bruins, Habs both looking to bounce back in showdown of rivals

The recipe for a good rivalry typically does not need another dash of spice. With both teams coming off hard losses and sitting tied atop the Atlantic Division standings, it could mean a little something extra when the Montreal Canadiens host the Boston Bruins in the storied rivals' first meeting of the season Saturday night.

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Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Bruins’ Special Teams, Secondary Scoring Are Major Areas of Improvement This Season

Heading into this season, the Boston Bruins had a laundry list of improvements needed to be competitive in the Eastern Conference in 2025-26. At the top of that list was special teams and secondary scoring, two areas that really struggled in 2024-25.

Jonathan Aspirot News / Inside The Rink / November 14

Player Profile: Jonathan Aspirot

Jonathan Aspirot was born on May 16, 1999, in Mascouche, Quebec. The defenseman played for two-plus seasons with Ecole De L’Odyssee and totaled 18 goals and 21 assists in 54 games.

Morgan Geekie News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

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.

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

Fabian Lysell News / Inside The Rink / November 13

AHL: Providence Wins Fourth Straight on Lysell’s OT Winner

Tonight, the Providence Bruins and Hartford Wolf Pack faced off at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, RI. The Bruins came into the game riding a three-game winning streak.

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.

Nikita Zadorov News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Bruins Coach Calls Out Nikita Zadorov's Behavior After Maple Leafs Game

Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov was at the center of multiple key moments in Tuesday’s win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, including a second-period hit that knocked Toronto's Auston Matthews out of the game, as well as a late fight.

David Pastrnak News / Breakaway on SI / November 11

Bruins' David Pastrnak Hits Career Milestone

The illustrious and storied career of Boston Bruins alternate captain David Pastrnak has been filled with countless memorable goals. From overtime winners to highlight-reel hat tricks, the man affectionately known as “Pasta” has always seemed to have a clutch goal up his sleeve right when the Bruins need it most.

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.

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.