Atlantic Notes: Senators, Reinhart, Krug, Frk
2017/10/atlantic-notes-senators-reinhart-krug-frk.htmlAlthough he has been placed on injured reserve, Bruins defenseman Torey Krug is progressing well in his recovery from a broken jaw, GM Don Sweeney told Stephen Hewitt of the Boston Herald. … Dorion also acknowledged that they feel they have enough defensive depth, even with Erik Karlsson set to miss the beginning of the season (although he’s not expected to miss more than a handful of games as he has nearly fully recovered from offseason foot surgery).
Evening Notes: Stamkos, Jagr, Price, Khudobin
2017/10/evening-notes-stamkos-jagr-price-khudobin.htmlCam Tucker of NBC Sports writes that Boston Bruins' backup goaltender Anton Khudobin had an excellent preseason and is forcing the Bruins to make a tough decision at that position. … The depth on the team is solid as they still have cuts to make, but top talent like 2017 second-round pick Alexander Volkov are right on the horizon.
New Jersey Devils Sign Jimmy Hayes
2017/10/new-jersey-devils-sign-jimmy-hayes.htmlDivver, who not only covers the Boston Bruins and AHL's Providence Bruins, is also very involved with the junior and college hockey landscape in New England. … Regardless, Hayes will join a Devils team which could certainly use some added depth and will get the chance to play alongside former Bruins teammate Drew Stafford, who himself was a late, affordable depth addition for the Devils.
Jeff Tambellini To Retire, Coach At Michigan
2017/09/jeff-tambellini-to-retire-coach-at-michigan.htmlTambellini played his final NHL season in 2010-11 with the Vancouver Canucks, posting a career-best 17 points and +10 rating in 62 games and playing in the Stanley Cup Final against the Boston Bruins. … Tambellini carved out a bottom-six/AHL depth role for himself on the island and played for New York for four more seasons, accumulating 46 points in 176 games.
Toronto Marlies With Several NHL Veterans In Camp
2017/09/toronto-marlies-camp.htmlCaron is probably the most notable player in any AHL camp on a tryout basis, not just the Marlies', as the Boston Bruins' 2009 first-rounder was a "black ace" call-up by the St. … While that level of performance was unsustainable, Hackett continued to make a living as a backup or third-string option for the Wild and Buffalo Sabres for years, before taking on more of an AHL depth role for the Anaheim Ducks since 2015.
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Calgary Flames
2017/09/salary-cap-deep-dive-calgary-flames.htmlStajan has become more of a depth player in recent years and while he will likely earn another contract, it will be for considerably less than his current one.
Vegas Not Worried About Having Too Much Defense
2017/09/vegas-not-worried-about-having-too-much-defense.htmlColin Miller, who led the Boston Bruins in Corsi For and Goals For percentage last season, should also be in the top six. … They may be hoping that an injury or a lack of depth could prompt a team to trade for one of their glut of defensemen.
Chris Kelly To Attend Edmonton’s Training Camp On PTO
2017/09/chris-kelly-to-attend-edmontons-training-camp-on-pto.htmlAfter spending parts of the previous six seasons with the Bruins, Kelly returned to play for the Senators last season. … The Oilers will be bringing in some more depth down the middle for their upcoming training camp as center Chris Kelly has accepted a tryout offer from the team, GM Peter Chiarelli told Sportsnet's John Shannon (Twitter link).
PHR Mailbag: Tavares, Kings, Coaching Hot Seats, Letang
2017/09/phr-mailbag-tavares-kings-coaching-hot-seats-letang.htmlmcase7187: Could the Bruins put a package together of Pastrnak, Carlo and few others for Tavares?… Gravel and Ladue are waiver exempt so if Lee even plays at a comparable level in training camp, they could sign him and opt to have one of their youngsters start in the minors as depth.
Bruins Notes: Pastrnak, Beleskey, PTO Candidates
2017/09/bruins-notes-pastrnak-beleksey-pto-candidates.htmlThe negotiations between the Boston Bruins and 21-year-old superstar David Pastrnak have dominated the headlines in recent weeks, despite the fact that there has been little substance to the actual news. … Depth on the right side is more concerning and the likes of Alex Chiasson or Teddy Purcell could be intriguing PTO candidates, while a high-ceiling scorer like P.A.
Poll: Where Will Thomas Vanek Wind Up?
2017/08/poll-where-will-thomas-vanek-wind-up.htmlThe Boston Bruins seem intent on giving their young players the opportunity to make the team this year. … The Bruins could now turn their attention to Vanek, who has historically been a thorn in the team's side, to provide some depth and insurance on the wings if the prospects aren't ready for regular roles just yet.
New Jersey Devils Sign Drew Stafford
2017/08/new-jersey-devils-sign-drew-stafford.htmlAfter performing poorly in the first half with the Winnipeg Jets, Stafford was shipped off to the Boston Bruins at the deadline for just a conditional draft pick (it ended up being a fifth rounder). … In Boston he seemed to find his legs again, scoring eight points in 18 games and providing solid bottom-six depth.
Interest In Thomas Vanek And Drew Stafford Picking Up
2017/08/interest-in-thomas-vanek-and-drew-stafford-picking-up.htmlHe fit in much better with the Bruins as a trade deadline pickup with four goals and four helpers in 18 contests but that obviously hasn’t been enough to generate interest. … With training camps now just a few weeks away, it’s likely that talks will start to rekindle on other veteran…
PHR Originals: 8/13/17 – 8/20/17
2017/08/phr-originals-81317-82017.htmlOur writers continued with our salary cap deep dive series by previewing the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Tampa Bay Lightning, and the Washington Capitals. … This week brought us excellent and in-depth articles on a variety of prescient topics, including salary cap deep dives, free agent profiles, and future prognostications.
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Boston Bruins
2017/08/salary-cap-deep-dive-boston-bruins.htmlHowever, this group of five stands the best chance of having a major impact on the Bruins right away in 2017-18. … McQuaid has had a great run in Boston, including a Stanley Cup in 2011, but with injury concerns already an issue and Kevan Miller having passed him up on the depth chart with a very similar playing style, there is little doubt that 2018-19 will be McQuaid's last in Boston.
Snapshots: Penguins, Clifton, Kerfoot
2017/08/snapshots-penguins-clifton-kerfoot.htmlA name we mentioned this morning as a possible early signing, Connor Clifton has signed an AHL contract with the Providence Bruins according to Mark Divver of the Providence Journal. … His aggressive style can sometimes take him over the line into penalty trouble, but he could develop into a depth option for the NHL level.
Free Agent Profile: Dennis Wideman
2017/08/free-agent-profile-dennis-wideman.htmlWideman even drew Norris Trophy votes in 2008-09 with the Boston Bruins and turned his impressive resume into a five-year, $26.25MM contract with the Calgary Flames in 2012. … Although the team has a pair of consummate pros in captain Andy Greene and veteran Ben Lovejoy, as well as some exciting young players like Damon Severson, Mirco Mueller, and John Moore, the team is lacking in depth.
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Montreal Canadiens
2017/08/salary-cap-deep-dive-montreal-canadiens.htmlGiven their lack of depth down the middle, he’ll still be called on to log an important role this coming season.
Third-Year Breakout Candidates
2017/08/third-year-breakout-candidates.htmlDavid Pastrnak—who remains unsigned by the Boston Bruins—on the other hand may be the best example of a third-year breakout. … Sitting behind Jaccob Slavin, Brett Pesce and Justin Faulk on the depth chart, Hanifin could experience a similar breakout to Jacob Trouba if an injury forces him into a bigger role.
PHR Mailbag: Sharks, CBA, Hurricanes, Bruins, Predators
2017/08/phr-mailbag-sharks-cba-hurricanes-bruins-predators.htmlThere isn’t a true number one but you could make a case they have three number twos and not many teams have that type of depth.
Bad Value: The Worst Contracts League-Wide
2017/08/bad-value-the-worst-contracts-league-wide.htmlDavid Backes - Boston Bruins - 4 yrs x $6 MM… Chicago has really struggled to fill their depth forward and bottom defensive positions out with cheap players, largely because of overpayments like this.
Early Look At Some 2017-18 Impact Rookies: Part II
2017/07/early-look-at-some-2017-18-impact-rookies-part-ii.htmlThe Bruins team bus will be a rowdy place this year given how many rookies and young players could be on the roster, and Bjork isn't one to overlook. … The forward depth of the Penguins could lead to big minutes with players like Phil Kessel or Patric Hornqvist, a situation no young player would pass up.
The Summer Of Cody Franson: Part II
2017/07/the-summer-of-cody-franson-part-ii.htmlIn 2015, it was clear that the Sabres were just one of several teams courting Franson, with others like the Boston Bruins, New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers, and Vancouver Canucks hot on the trail all the way until the bitter end. … The Colorado Avalanche and New Jersey Devils are desperate for some depth on the blue line, while the Los Angeles Kings were one of the few teams eyeing Franson at the deadline and have considerable depth issue of their own.
What Is The Best Way To Build A Champion?
2017/07/what-is-the-best-way-to-build-a-champion.htmlOf those 16 playoff participants examined in the Sportsnet piece, only one team didn't have a roster that was composed of over 33% drafted players (Boston Bruins - 25%). … Recently fired coach Mike Johnston might be at fault for some of their struggles, but the Penguins' big picture is clear: They have fading superstars, a broken-down prospect system and bandages covering up giant gashes in the team's depth.
Minor Transactions: 7/25/17
2017/07/minor-transactions-72517.htmlBefore that, many will remember Fraser as a star in the AHL for the Texas Stars and, after the Tyler Seguin trade, the Providence Bruins. … The next stop could be the NHL, now that the Wolves are associated with the Knights, who obviously have the least organizational depth of any team in the league.