Bruins’ James Hagens Exceeding Expectations, Sturm Preaching Patience

Nov 3, 2026, 9:00 PM ET|Comments (0)

from Boston Hockey Now, by Jack Studley,

The Boston Bruins have seen more from James Hagens than they expected this early in his NHL career, but Marco Sturm is not rushing him to the next step.

Hagens, who celebrated his 20th birthday on Tuesday, leads all NHL rookies with 12 points through 16 games. His six goals are tied for first among rookies and rank second on the Bruins roster. Hagens has spent the last 12 games skating on the third line with Elias Lindholm and Casey Mittelstadt . He has been quick to credit his linemates for helping him, both on and off the ice, as he settles into a new role as a Boston Bruin.

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