NHL Rumor Mill – September 14, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Boston Bruins
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How And Why Bruins' David Pastrnak Sacrificed His Goal Totals And Changed His Offensive Play Style
from The Hockey News,
It’s quite rare and often unheard of to see a player completely change his offensive play style at 29 years old, but that’s exactly what Boston Bruins superstar David Pastrnak did.
Early in his career and well into his mid-20s, Pastrnak was one of the most feared snipers in the NHL. He can do it all goal-scoring-wise. His shot is heavy and accurate, whether it’s with his one-timer or his wrist shot. Pastrnak was and still is a threat to score the second he steps over the blueline.
Report: Leafs sign Nick Blankenburg to PTO
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
NHL Rumor Roundup: Update On Connor Hellebuyck, Bruins' Mason Lohrei Draws Interest Again
from The Hockey News,
Hellebuyck, 33, publicly revealed his trade request three weeks ago, prompting pundits to speculate about potential landing spots for the Winnipeg Jets goaltender.
Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic reported Tuesday that the Carolina Hurricanes , Buffalo Sabres , and Utah Mammoth were "among the possibilities" as landing spots for Hellebuyck.
Fraser Minten extension another indication of new era of player contracts
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
Deen’s Daily: Minten Gets Paid Early: Edvinsson Committed To Camp; Remaining UFAs
from Colorado Hockey Now,
Why The Boston Bruins Were Right To Invest In Fraser Minten's Potential
from The Hockey News,
The Boston Bruins signed up-and-coming center Fraser Minten to a lucrative seven-year contract extension Tuesday. How much of a bargain will this deal turn out to be?
'Oilers at code red': More pressure on Edmonton than any other NHL team. Hmm
from the Edmonton Journal,
The ‘King of Penalty Minutes’ Dennis Bonvie trades the Sin Bin for the Bruins’ executive suite
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
Bonvie’s off-ice career has taken him to new heights, and is now set for a big new role with Boston.
Bruins ink F Minten to 7-year, $50.4M extension, $7.2M AAV
via TSN
The Boston Bruins have signed forward Fraser Minten to a seven-year, $50.4 million contract extension.
Bruins to retire Bergeron's No. 37 next season
from ESPN,
The Boston Bruins said Thursday they are retiring Patrice Bergeron's No. 37 as part of a ceremony next season.
3ICE Hockey Championship - Philadelphia vs. Boston & Iowa vs. Buffalo
via the NHL's YouTube page,
Edmonton Oilers, Boston Bruins to play games in Germany in 2027
from Sportsnet,
The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany next year as part of the NHL and NHLPA’s efforts to grow hockey in the country, the league announced Thursday.
3ICE Hockey Week 4 - Pittsburgh vs. Boston & Philly vs. Iowa
via the NHL's YouTube page,
Former Jets, Maple Leafs G Hutchinson retires at 36
via TSN
Edmonton Oilers almost acquired NHL's most fearsome intimidator in trade for Darnell Nurse
from the Edmonton Journal,
Former Oilers' tough guy Dennis Bonvie named Boston Bruins assistant GM
from the Edmonton Journal,
"It’s always been about hard work for me. It’s about loving what I do, being part of a team, being part of the National Hockey League, Chicago for six years, and now Boston for this long. It’s an exceptional organization. I’m fortunate. I kind of pinch myself"
Bruins hire ex-Sabres GM Kevyn Adams as senior advisor
from Sportsnet,
The Boston Bruins hired the ex-Buffalo Sabres general manager as a senior advisor to GM Don Sweeney, the team announced on Tuesday.
"As we continue to build our staff, these changes recognize the hard work and growth of people within our organization while also adding experienced voices to our group," Sweeney said in a statement sent out by the team.
Adams served as GM in Buffalo for five-and-a-half seasons before being fired in December, just before the Sabres' drought-busting run to the playoffs.
On the day Adams was dismissed, the Sabres were 14-14-4 and tied for last place in the Eastern Conference. After his departure, they went 36-9-5, winning the Atlantic Division and ending a 14-season playoff absence.
Canucks add four assistants to coaching staff
from Sportsnet,
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Boston Bruins Pipeline Headlined By Hagens and Friends
from The Hockey News,
The Boston Bruins appear to be a little weak in terms of their depth of prospects on the back end. Tony Ferrari breaks down the Bruins' prospect pool in his NHL prospect pool overview series.
Breaking Down NHL Draft Night Trades: Bruins Add Peterka, Rangers Get Dorofeyev, Blues Acquire McTavish
from The Hockey News,
The Boston Bruins, New York Rangers and St. Louis Blues added forwards in trades during the first round of the NHL draft. But those moves weren't all.
Breaking Down NHL Draft Night Trades: Bruins Add Peterka, Rangers Get Dorofeyev
from The Hockey News,
The Boston Bruins and New York Rangers have added scoring wingers so far in trades during the first round of the NHL draft. Check back on Friday night in case new trades happen for instant analysis.
Bruins acquire JJ Peterka in trade with Mammoth
from Sportsnet,
The Boston Bruins acquired the 24-year-old forward in a trade with the Utah Mammot h on Friday.
Boston is sending the 23rd pick in Friday's draft and a 2028 first-round pick, via the Florida Panthers, to Utah to complete the trade. The 2028 first is top-10 protected.
Peterka played in all 82 games for Utah in 2025-26, recording 25 goals, 47 points and a plus-6 rating while averaging 15:59 of ice time per contest.
He was held off the scoresheet in Utah's six-game first-round loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Bruins acquiring JJ Peterka in trade with Mammoth
from Sportsnet,
The Boston Bruins are finalizing a deal for the 24-year-old forward with the Utah Mammoth , according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
Boston is sending the 23rd pick in Friday's draft and a 2028 first-round pick, via the Florida Panthers, to Utah to complete the trade. The 2028 first is top-10 protected.
Peterka played in all 82 games for Utah in 2025-26, recording 25 goals, 47 points and a plus-6 rating while averaging 15:59 of ice time per contest.
He was held off the scoresheet in Utah's six-game first-round loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Panthers acquire Garnet Hathaway from Flyers
from Sportsnet,