Following the conclusion of the last regulation game for the Boston Bruins against the Philadelphia Flyers on March 10 and the beginning of a pandemic due to the virus, COVID-19, it has been over four months without professional hockey. Four months is a long time, and you may have forgotten about some things that happened during the Bruins’ shortened regular season.
Carolyn Mooney
Torey Krug Preparing for Free Agency
Boston Bruins defenseman Torey Krug will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season. He is nearing the conclusion of the four-year, $21 million deal that he signed back in 2016. When asked how he is approaching his forthcoming contract negotiations, Krug says he has not made many changes.
1970 Stanley Cup Reflections
This past week, the Boston Bruins celebrated the 50th anniversary of the 1970 Stanley Cup winning team. The celebration included video chats from members of the team including former head coach Harry Sinden, and players John Bucyk and Gerry Cheevers. All three spoke not just about what times were like with the team back in 1970, but also about the success of the organization today.
DeBrusk: “I Wasn’t Where I Wanted to Be”
Drafted by the Boston Bruins 14th overall in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft, forward Jake DeBrusk has spent one full season with the AHL Providence Bruins and two seasons with the pros. The left-winger has put up over 40 points in all three seasons with Boston’s professional and affiliated teams. However, the 23-year-old says he has not been playing to his best ability.
Cassidy: “Our Standard is to be Stanley Cup Champions”
What you get out of anything, reflects on what you put into it. This can be said for numerous situations. But for this situation, the stake may be a little higher than the majority. It has been over a month without any professional hockey across the globe; ice rinks are shut down, and while roller-blading is an alternative to ice skating, it is just not the same.
Charlie Coyle Adjusting to Life at Home
Watching the Netflix television series Ozark, playing with his golden retriever pup, Bodie, and making “mean” Caesar salads are just a few of the many activities that have become a new norm for Boston Bruins forward Charlie Coyle.
Sweeney Talks Futures of Krug, Miller, Chara
Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney sat down to talk to members of the media for a Zoom session. Sweeney touched upon topics of contract talks with defensemen Torey Krug, Kevan Miller, and Zdeno Chara along with what could happen if and when the NHL decides to resume play.
The Legend of Zdeno Chara
At 43-years-old, Boston Bruins captain Zdeno Chara is not only the oldest defenseman in the National Hockey League, but also the oldest active player in its entirety.And he is just getting older… Chara turns 43 today, March 18. But despite his age, Chara is playing at a level as if he is years younger.
Flames Down Bruins in Boston
After a trade deadline where the Boston Bruins shipped away prospect Axel Andersson, veteran David Backes, Danton Heinen, and a first round pick in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Bruins were set to take on the Calgary Flames. With Ondrej Kase out on the IR, all eyes were set on newly acquired forward Nick Ritchie.
Pastrnak Hat Trick Lifts Bruins Over Canadiens
It took David Pastrnak less than two full periods to record his fourth hat trick of the season as he led the Boston Bruins to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Cassidy: “We Are in a Solid Position”
The week-long All-Star break for the Boston Bruins fell at a rather perfect time for the club – 51 games into the 82 game season; just a tad over half-way. For the players, this break means a time for relaxation; whether that means spending time with family,...
Third-Period Surge Lifts Bruins Over Golden Knights
David Krejci tallied the game-winning goal as the Bruins came from behind to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2 at the TD Garden in Boston.
Overtime Remains Bruins’ Kryptonite
Boston, MA – With twenty seconds remaining in regulation, the score remained tied between the Boston Bruins and the Columbus Blue Jackets. There was plenty of time for one more solid rush for the Bruins to keep this game from needing extra time. Sean Kuraly won the...
Boston Bruins Holiday Wish List
The holidays are right around the corner, the Boston Bruins have a wishlist of their own.Five games remain before the turn of the year, and the Bruins rank second in the NHL with a 21-7-8 record. So, what would be on an ideal wish-list for the Bruins going into the...
Shootouts Remain a Weakness as Bruins Fall to Isles
Both the New York Islanders and Boston Bruins entered Thursday night’s game at TD Garden coming off a loss. The Islanders had a 13 point home streak snapped with a 8-3 loss against the Nashville Predators, while the Bruins continued their struggles with a 4-3 overtime loss against the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday night.
Bruins Struggles Continue Versus Kings
Boston, MA – The Los Angeles Kings and Boston Bruins each entered Tuesday night's game riding off of a win. The Kings came into TD Garden having won three of their last four, while Boston ended a four-game skid with a 4-2 win over the Florida Panthers on Dec. 14....
Bruins Surge Again for Late Victory
It appears that the Boston Bruins have a knack of surging late into their games as of recently. Against Montreal, they scored three goals in the final 20 minutes to take the win. Tuesday against the Carolina Hurricanes would be no different.
Injuries Key to Recent Bruins Offensive Struggles
The Boston Bruins entered Saturday night’s game against the Washington Capitals ranked third in the NHL on the power play with a 29.5 success rate. Within the last ten games, however, the Bruins have struggled to find the back of the net; capitalizing on just eight of 33 power play opportunities. Injuries have also taken a toll with the already-struggling Bruins team.