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In an effort to strengthen the team’s depth chart and offer lineup flexibility for new head coach Dan Muse, Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas signed forward Justin Brazeau to a low-key, two-year, $3M contract this offseason.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

Getting to Know the Newest Penguins: Justin Brazeau

With the offseason slowing down a bit for the Pittsburgh Penguins and general manager Kyle Dubas, there is a sense that there won’t be any more major moves for the team, at least not for now.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Penguins sign winger Justin Brazeau to two-year contract

The Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with unrestricted free agent winger Justin Brazeau, TSN’s Darren Dreger reported Tuesday afternoon.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Penguins sign pair of players to two-year deals

The Penguins have signed UFA winger Justin Brazeau to a two-year, $3M contract with a $1.5M cap hit, Darren Dreger of TSN reports. The team confirmed that deal and also announced a two-year, $1.8M contract for defenseman Caleb Jones with a cap hit of $900,000.

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Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 1

Are the Detroit Red Wings interested in NY Rangers' K'Andre Miller?

Vince Z. Mercogliano: New York Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller’s availability is well known. Believe the Rangers would like an NHL player in the return package.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Three former Maple Leafs who could reunite with team in free agency

Free agency opens in less than 24 hours, and things are starting to heat up.

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / May 6

Wild 2024-25 Report Cards: Justin Brazeau & Gustav Nyquist

The Minnesota Wild’s season ended less than a week ago, which means it’s time for report cards. This season, the first players to receive their grades will be the newest members of the lineup, Justin Brazeau and Gustav Nyqvist. Their respective grades will be broken down by regular-season performance, playoff performance, and overall grade.

NHL News / Boston Sports Journal / March 7

Bruins reportedly send Brad Marchand to Florida, Charlie Coyle to Colorado, Brandon Carlo to Toronto

The Bruins are officially conducting a fire sale as this season goes down the drain. According to multiple reports, after previously trading Trent Frederic and Justin Brazeau, the Bruins have been busy selling off huge pieces at the close of the 3 p.m.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Minnesota Wild Fulfill Needs With Brazeau Acquisition

The 2025 NHL Trade Deadline is just hours away, and after the Minnesota Wild moved to acquire Gustav Nyquist last week, it wasn’t clear if they would make any more moves.

Minnesota Wild News / Breakaway on SI / March 7

Wild Make Championship Move With Recent Trade

In a late-night trade, the Minnesota Wild acquired winger Justin Brazeau from the Boston Bruins. In return, the Wild sent the Bruins a pair of young forwards, Marat Khusnutdinov and Jakub Lauko, plus a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 7

Wild acquire F Justin Brazeau from Bruins

The Minnesota Wild acquired forward Justin Brazeau from the Boston Bruins for two players and a draft pick on Thursday. The Wild sent the Bruins forwards Marat Khusnutdinov and Jakub Lauko and a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Wild Acquire Justin Brazeau From the Bruins

The Minnesota Wild have acquired Justin Brazeau from the Boston Bruins in exchange for Marat Khustnidinov, Jakub Lauko, and a 2026 6th-round pick. Currently

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Boston Bruins Trade Depth Forward to Minnesota Wild

The Boston Bruins have made some news at the trade deadline. It was announced that forward Justin Brazeau has been traded by the Bruins to the Minnesota Wild.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 6

Bruins Trade Bruising Forward to Wild

The Minnesota Wild are acquiring a bruising forward from the Boston Bruins. According to multiple reports, the Bruins are sending rugged winger Justin Brazeau to the Wild in exchange for a return that includes young forwards Jakub Lauzo and Marat Khustnidinov.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Wild to acquire massive 6-foot-6 winger in multi-piece trade with Bruins

He brings a towering addition to a Wild club looking for short-term success.

Mikko Rantanen situation just took an interesting turn for Maple Leafs

Five players waived, with a stunning decision out of Toronto

Failed major trade between Maple Leafs and Flyers leaks publicly

Two starting goalies come off the trade market for Edmonton Oilers

Habs prospect could be prime trade bait as Kent Hughes targets second-line center

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Wild acquire Justin Brazeau from Bruins for Jakub Lauko, Marat Khusnutdinov

One of the most underrated players on the trade market is off the board. The Boston Bruins have traded forward Justin Brazeau to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for forwards Jakub Lauko and Marat Khusnutdinov.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6

Bargain bin options could still make big impact at NHL trade deadline

Fans typically want their teams looking top shelf when it comes to buying at the trade deadline. But sometimes you have to shop from the bottom shelf. And, in some cases, the general manager of your favorite team may have to go bargain hunting.

Mikko Rantanen situation just took an interesting turn for Maple Leafs

Five players waived, with a stunning decision out of Toronto

Failed major trade between Maple Leafs and Flyers leaks publicly

Two starting goalies come off the trade market for Edmonton Oilers

Habs prospect could be prime trade bait as Kent Hughes targets second-line center

NHL News / Boston Sports Journal / March 5

Needed retooling begins for the Bruins

After months of trying to put a positive spin on a season that frankly hasn’t gone right since the Jeremy Swayman holdout in training camp, the retooling has begun for a Bruins team badly in need of some alterations.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 28

Kings could show interest in Canucks forward Brock Boeser in free agency

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The Krause group in Frosyth County in Georgia is proposing an entertainment district that includes plans for an 18,000 seat arena.

Boston Bruins News / Blade of Steel / February 27

Boston Bruins scratch 27-year-old forward: Possible trade incoming?

With the team on the verge of potentially missing the Stanley Cup playoffs, there's been plenty of speculation that a fire sale could be on the horizon.

William Nylander's injury situation officially revealed by the Maple Leafs

Martin St-Louis interrupts news conference for gesture toward special guests

NHL expansion team reportedly could be announced within a year, with two cities prioritized

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Boston Bruins News / The Hockey Writers / February 5

The Bruins Should Shop Brazeau at NHL Trade Deadline

The 2025 NHL Trade Deadline is quickly approaching and the Boston Bruins still don’t quite know if they’re buyers or sellers. The Bruins sit just outside the Eastern Conference playoff picture in a tight race—just two points separate them from a wild card spot and third place in the division.

NHL News / Bruins Insider / December 6

Bruins Make Interesting Line Change At Practice Involving Captain Brad Marchand

Since Joe Sacco took over as head coach after the Bruins fired Jim Montgomery on Nov. 19, the Bruins have looked like a different team despite not making many roster changes.

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / October 28

Justin Brazeau Earns Second Opportunity on Bruins’ Second Line

BRIGHTON–It’s the start of another week in Boston. As always, the Pike is a parking lot, we’re all leaving the house every morning dressed for three different

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / September 25

Bruins Justin Brazeau Shines as Penalty Killer

BOSTON – Justin Brazeau has been called a lot of things in his brief but burgeoning NHL career. The 6-foot-6, 227-pound right winger has been dubbed everything from a hulking forward to a Humvee on skates.

Boston Bruins News / Inside The Rink / June 15, 2024

Player Profile: Justin Brazeau

Justin Brazeau was born on February 2, 1998, in New Liskeard, Ontario, and played with the New Liskeard Cubs Midget AAA team for three seasons. Overall, Brazeau played 70 games and scored 31 goals with 65 assists and contributed seven goals and 11 assists in 14 playoff games.