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A bridge year in Boston? Not with these Bruins penning the next chapter.
Bruins “This next turn of the page here, this next chapter of Bruins history is going to be written by us.” Charlie McAvoy and the Bruins have plenty to prove in 2023-24. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer COMMENTARY The 2023-24 Bruins are going to be worse. That’s not a prognostication rooted in fear-mongering or a sour disposition […]
Our 15 bold predictions for the 2023-24 Boston Bruins
Bruins The Bruins may not be headed for a bridge year, due in large part to a stout defense and goalie duo. Matthew Poitras could be a potential top-six stalwart by the end of the 2023-24 season. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images With the Bruins’ 2023-24 season set to get underway on Wednesday night, let’s run through […]
Going to the Bruins opener and centennial celebration? Here’s what you need to know.
Bruins Sculptor Harry Weber, who produced this Bobby Orr statue in front of TD Garden, will create a commemorative bear statue for the Bruins’ 100th season. Lane Turner/Globe Staff By Emma Healy, The Boston Globe October 10, 2023 | 3:44 PM There are no rings to hand out and no banners to unveil, but the […]
3 reasons for optimism and concern for the Bruins in the 2023-24 NHL season
Bruins Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci are gone, but there are reasons to have hope (and concern) for the Bruins this upcoming season, which starts Wednesday. The Bruins’ goalie strong goalie tandem from last season is back, which is one reason to be excited about the team this upcoming season. The Bruins begin their Centennial season as […]
5 questions that will define the Bruins’ 2023-24 season
Bruins “I still feel pretty confident about our club.” Charlie Coyle is expected to log top-six minutes for the Bruins in 2023-24. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II With the start of the Bruins’ 2023-24 season just days away, let’s delve into a few pressing questions that will determine whether or not this reworked roster has what […]
Bruins finalize starting lineup: 4 takeaways as Mason Lohrei heads to Providence
Bruins “When players have made an impact in our lineup and they deserve an opportunity, they’ve earned an opportunity.” Mason Lohrei will head to Providence to start the 2023-24 season. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II After multiple rounds of roster cuts, the Bruins finally have their personnel in place for opening night on Oct. 11. Following […]
Bruins lineup starting to take shape after two more roster cuts
Bruins Johnny Beecher and Matthew Poitras might be in line to make their NHL debuts on Wednesday for Boston. Johnny Beecher will likely make his NHL debut on Oct. 11 against Chicago. Bruce Bennett / Getty Images The Bruins’ forward corps at the outset of the 2023-24 season might finally be set. Boston announced its […]
5 lineup decisions the Bruins must face ahead of final roster cuts
Bruins The Bruins still need to determine the next steps for younger players like Mason Lohrei and Johnny Beecher. Patrick Brown and Johnny Beecher are both competing for Boston’s fourth-line center spot. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images The Bruins’ preseason slate has come and gone. But Jim Montgomery and his coaching staff still have plenty of work […]
Bruins takeaways: Matthew Poitras stamps NHL roster spot as preseason wraps
Bruins Matthew Poitras closed out the preseason with five points in five games. Matthew Poitras seems like a lock for a roster spot with the Bruins. Frank Franklin II / AP The Bruins closed out their preseason slate on Thursday night with a 3-1 win over the Rangers in New York. It was a sluggish […]
Matthew Poitras, Mason Lohrei survive latest Bruins roster cuts
Bruins The Bruins still have some decisions to make with their final NHL roster. Mason Lohrei has had a strong preseason for the Bruins. Charles Krupa / AP Jim Montgomery noted last week that he hoped to have his NHL roster essentially set in stone ahead of the Bruins’ preseason finale, with Thursday’s road game against the […]