16 Mar, 2025

Bruins training camp takeaways: Georgii Merkulov’s growth impresses Boston’s top brass

Bruins “They obviously see the skill and the ability, but is he willing to do it?” Georgii Merkulov is looking to make a push for NHL reps this fall. Jonathan Wiggs / The Boston Globe Georgii Merkulov’s bombastic play on the ice stands in stark contrast to his phlegmatic presence away from the frozen sheet. […]

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Bruins training camp takeaways: Morgan Geekie set for pivotal role, McAvoy’s evolution as a leader

Bruins “When your best players are confident, everybody follows.” Morgan Geekie could slot in as Boston’s new third-line center in 2023-24. Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe The Bruins continued their 2023 training camp on Friday with another two on-ice sessions at Warrior Ice Arena. Here are a few takeaways from Boston’s latest set of […]

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Bruins training camp takeaways: Poitras plays with Pastrnak, early look at bruising fourth line

Bruins “I was a little nervous to play on a line and practice with a player of that caliber.” The Bruins held their first on-ice practice of training camp on Thursday morning. John Tlumacki / The Boston Globe The Bruins opened their 2023 training camp on Wednesday morning, but their first official on-ice session came […]

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5 reasons why Brad Marchand was the clear choice as Bruins’ next captain

Bruins “We’re building a culture and want it to stay and to remain the same. I have a lot of pride in that.” Brad Marchand spoke to the media for the first time as Bruins captain on Wednesday. John Tlumacki / The Boston Globe For the 27th time in the Bruins’ century-long history, a new […]

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10 pressing questions facing the Bruins entering training camp

Bruins Boston’s centennial campaign will be one of change for the Bruins, especially up front. Brad Marchand and the Bruins will open training camp with off-ice testing on Wednesday. Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe Hockey is finally back in Boston.  The Bruins will open training camp on Wednesday morning, with Jim Montgomery and his roster […]

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Amid talent drain, David Pastrnak will need to shoulder Bruins scoring burden out the gate

Bruins “You should get excited to take a step forward and continue what those two guys built.” David Pastrnak and Pavel Zacha will likely skate together in Boston’s top-six unit in 2023-24. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images You can’t quantify the intangibles and veteran mettle that the Bruins lost over a painful offseason. But you can certainly […]

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What’s next for Jake DeBrusk after a breakout season? Becoming a ‘go-to’ player on Bruins’ top line

Bruins “He’s going into the prime of his career.” Jake DeBrusk was on pace for 35 goals before his injury last January. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Jake DeBrusk is coming off of the best season of his career. The fleet-footed winger has always been a productive player during his six years in Boston, tallying 119 goals […]

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