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Daily Bean: Bruins Win; McDavid Makes History; Hellebuyck Suspension Ends Today
The Boston Bruins roll to their sixth win in seven games, blanking the Nashville Predators 6‑0 on October 22, 2026. Michael DiPietro records his first NHL shutout with 28 saves on Hockey Fights Cancer night, while David Pastrnak nets two goals and Charlie McAvoy adds four assists. Connor McDavid makes history, becoming the fourth player ever to reach 30 points in 10 games and joining Gretzky, Lemieux and Bossy with three five‑point nights early in a season. Meanwhile, Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck’s suspension ends today, pending a physical before the Heritage Classic. The roundup also notes a Blue Jackets trade rumour involving Dmitri Voronkov, Flyers’ youth surge, and a 6‑9‑foot goaltender debut for Florida.
Bruins Postgame: DiPietro’s First Shutout Means So Much More
Michael DiPietro earns his first NHL shutout as the Boston Bruins crush the Nashville Predators 6-0 on Hockey Fights Cancer night, extending the team's point streak to seven games (8-2-1). DiPietro stops all 28 shots, including seven high‑danger chances, and records 3.78 goals saved above expected. David Pastrnak leads with two goals and two assists, while five Bruins score overall. The emotional moment resonates as DiPietro honors his late mother, who died of cancer. Coach Marco Sturm credits the pre‑game energy and a strong early start for the dominant performance.
Bruins Roll Past Predators, Extend Point Streak to Seven Games
The Boston Bruins extend their point streak to seven games with a dominant 6-0 victory over the Nashville Predators on Hockey Fights Cancer night. David Pastrnak scores twice, while Casey Mittelstadt, Elias Lindholm, JJ Peterka and Mark Kastelic each chip in. Rookie netminder Michael DiPietro earns his first NHL shutout, stopping all 28 shots. Charlie McAvoy notches a career‑high four assists, and Matt Poitras extends his point streak to five. The win improves Boston to 8‑2‑1 as they prepare for a home finale against the San Jose Sharks.
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Khusnutdinov Extended; Tkachuk Returns to Ottawa
The Boston Bruins host the Nashville Predators tonight, marking their first home game since Oct. 10. After an overtime loss that snapped their win streak, the Bruins extend their point streak to six games and announce a three‑year, $11.85 M deal to keep forward Marat Khusnutdinov through 2030 (54 points in 178 NHL games). Elsewhere, Brady Tkachuk returns to Ottawa but faces boos as the Senators rally to a 6‑1 win. The Penguins update on 19‑year‑old Ben Kindel’s health, the Flyers secure their third straight victory thanks to rookie Cole Knuble, and the Canadiens grapple with a league‑leading discipline issue. Additional offseason free‑agent news and a disrupted retirement ceremony round out the Daily Bean.
Bruins Game 11: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Predators (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (7-2-1) host the Nashville Predators (3-2-3) Thursday at TD Garden, aiming to extend their Atlantic Division lead. After a five‑game win streak snapped in Dallas, the Bruins have collected points in each of their last six games and sit 3‑1‑0 at home. Nashville, fresh off a 5‑2 win over St. Louis, arrives with a solid power play and Steven Stamkos leading with 10 points. Coach Marco Sturm announces no lineup changes; Michael DiPietro earns his third start. The game also supports Hockey Fights Cancer, and a morning skate is set for 10:30 a.m.
OFFICIAL: Bruins Sign Marat Khusnutdinov to Three-Year Extension
The Boston Bruins have locked forward Marat Khusnutdinov into a three‑year extension worth $11.85 million, averaging $3.95 million per season, starting in 2027‑28. The 24‑year‑old, who joined Boston via a March 2025 trade with the Minnesota Wild, posted 33 points in 77 games last season and already tallies five points in the first 10 games of 2026‑27. The deal includes $1.5 million in signing bonuses for 2027‑28 and $500,000 for 2028‑29, but offers no trade protection. Khusnutdinov has been used across the third line, top‑six, and even the first line with David Pastrnak, and now splits time on the second line and penalty kill.
Daily Bean: Larkin List Expands Again; Bruins Lose; Marchenko’s Return to Columbus
The Boston Bruins finish their West Coast road swing with a 3-2 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars, dropping their fourth game but collecting seven points in four matches. Mikko Rantanen nets a hat‑trick, while Boston’s Matt Poitras and James Hagens score for the Bruins, whose power play goes 0‑for‑4. The team is reportedly nearing a multi‑year extension for young forward Marat Khusnutdinov and promotes a new “Causeway University” sweater tie‑in. Elsewhere, Dylan Larkin expands his trade list to ten NHL clubs (none from Canada or New England), Kirill Marchenko scores in his return to Columbus, and Brady Tkachuk makes his first appearance in Ottawa. A medical incident sidelines 19‑year‑old Penguins forward Ben Kindel shortly after a flight from Salt Lake City.
Bruins Postgame: A Near-Perfect Road Trip, What Went Wrong Late
The Boston Bruins ended their four‑game West Coast road trip with seven of eight possible points, falling 3‑2 in overtime to the Dallas Stars on Oct. 21. Matt Poitras and James Hagens scored, but Mikko Rantanen’s third‑period goal and OT winner at 3:52 of the fourth period snapped Boston’s five‑game streak. Goaltender Jeremy Swayman posted a 22‑of‑25 save night (0.87 GSAE), while the Bruins went shotless for the final 16:35 and were 0‑for‑4 on the power play. Coach Jim Sturm cited growing pains for the benchings of Poitras and Hagens and praised the young players’ contributions on a trip that included sweeps of the Ducks and Kings. The loss highlights offensive stagnation and a controversial penalty call that led to the OT goal.
Bruins’ Win Streak Ends With Overtime Loss to Stars
The Boston Bruins' five‑game winning streak ends with a 3‑2 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars on Oct. 21, 2026. Matt Poitras and James Hagens scored for Boston, but Mikko Rantanen's hat trick, including the OT winner, lifts Dallas (5‑3‑1). Goalie Jeremy Swayman posted 22 saves, yet the Bruins went 0‑for‑4 on the power play and failed to register a shot in the final 16:35. The loss snaps the Bruins' road trip momentum as they head back to TD Garden to face the Nashville Predators.
Reports: Bruins Closing In on Multi-Year Extension With Marat Khusnutdinov
The Boston Bruins are near a multi‑year extension with forward Marat Khusnutdinov, according to ESPN reports. The 24‑year‑old, currently on a one‑year, $925,000 deal, has logged five points in nine games, including the game‑winner in a 4‑1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings, and posted 33 points last season. Sources say the extension will be a three‑year contract worth $3.95 million AAV, though the club has not confirmed it yet. Khusnutdinov, a 2020 second‑round pick, was acquired in the 2025 trade that sent Justin Brazeau to Minnesota.
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; Latest on Hellebuyck; Senators Extend Coach
The Boston Bruins finish a four‑game road swing tonight against the Dallas Stars (7‑2‑0 vs 4‑3‑1), hoping to extend their winning streak to six. Zach Zacha remains a game‑time decision after a strong practice, while defenseman Nikita Zadorov stays a healthy scratch. Elias Lindholm reports he finally feels healthy after battling back issues. Elsewhere, Connor Hellebuyck’s suspension ends Friday with no trade yet, and the Ottawa Senators lock up former Bruin coach Travis Green through 2030‑31. The NHL also unveiled the Heritage Classic venue ahead of Sunday’s outdoor showdown.
Bruins Game 10: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Stars (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins (7‑2‑0) wrap up a four‑game road swing against the Dallas Stars on Oct. 20 at 8 p.m. in Dallas. Bruins coach Marco Sturm highlights a five‑game win streak and a top‑of‑the Atlantic Division spot, while Stars netminder Jake Oettinger boasts a .952 SV% and 1.00 GAA. Both teams dress key players—Pavel Zacha returns from injury, and Zadorov remains a healthy scratch for Boston; Jeremy Swayman starts in goal versus Oettinger. Expect a tight defensive battle: Stars lead the league with 1.50 GA/G, Bruins are second at 2.11. Game airs on ESPN (US) and SN+ (CA).
Bruins’ Elias Lindholm Feels Healthy, Sturm Talks ‘Target on His Back’
Elias Lindholm finally feels like himself after a line shuffle moved him to the Bruins’ third line with Casey Mittelstadt and James Hagens. Since the change, Boston is unbeaten, and Lindholm has posted five points (2 G‑3 A) in nine games, ranking fourth on the team and leading the NHL with 102 face‑off wins. He says his body feels great after battling a recurring back issue last season, and coach Marco Sturm notes the reduced spotlight on his $7.75 M contract is paying off. Lindholm’s ice time and power‑play minutes have slipped, but his penalty‑kill role and face‑off dominance are helping the Bruins dominate 5‑on‑5 scoring chances.
Bruins Practice: Zadorov’s Agent Weighs In; Zacha ‘Heading in the Right Direction’
The Boston Bruins entered practice on Monday maintaining the same lines that helped them snap a five‑game winning streak with a 4‑1 victory in Los Angeles. Coach Marco Sturm announced defenseman Nikita Zadorov is a healthy scratch for discipline reasons, though he expects Zadorov to rebound quickly. Zadorov’s agent Dan Milstein criticized the decision on Twitter, recalling past trade chatter with Toronto. Meanwhile, forward Pavel Zacha, listed as day‑to‑day with an upper‑body injury, was a "full go" at practice and is trending toward a return, though his game status remains uncertain. Sturm emphasized that Monday’s lineups won’t dictate Tuesday’s roster decisions.
Daily Bean: Maple Leafs Trade Talk; Matt Poitras; Hellebuyck Rumors
The Boston Bruins return to action after a day off, sitting atop the Atlantic Division with a five‑game win streak and a +15 goal differential. Rookie Matt Poitras shines with five points in six games, while veteran Sean Kuraly earns his first healthy scratch this season. Across the league, the Toronto Maple Leafs explore defensive upgrades, eyeing premium assets after trading for Kirill Marchenko, and rumors swirl around Connor Hellebuyck. Meanwhile, the Providence Bruins' Mikey Eyssimont ties for the AHL goal lead with seven goals in four games, and the Devils continue to outshoot opponents. The Daily Bean wraps up with updates on the Penguins, Rangers, Flames, Hurricanes, and Flyers.
Bruins’ Matt Poitras Making Most of Opportunity, Sean Kuraly Faces New Reality
Coach Marco Sturm leans on young talent as Matt Poitras earns a bigger role for the Boston Bruins. After signing a one‑year, two‑way deal and overcoming a lower‑body injury, the 22‑year‑old center has posted five points (3‑2‑5) in six games, including a primary assist on the game‑winner in Los Angeles, despite a team‑low 10:29 of ice time. Meanwhile veteran forward Sean Kuraly scrapes a healthy scratch, watches the club go 4‑1‑0, and returns to the lineup when Pavel Zacha goes down. Sturm praises both players for embracing their chances as the Bruins push early season success.
Daily Bean: Bruins Win; Hellebuyck’s Return Date; Flyers Finally Win
The Boston Bruins went 3-for-3 in California, and now they’ve won their last five. They beat Marco Sturm’s old club, […]
Bruins Postgame: Another Slow Start, Sturm’s Changes Pay Off
The Boston Bruins have not always started games on time, but they have figured out how to finish them. The […]
Bruins Score 4 Unanswered, Beat Kings for Fifth Straight Win
The Boston Bruins swept the California slate. The Bruins (7-2-0) made it five in a row on Saturday night with a […]
Bruins’ Pavel Zacha Sidelined With Upper-Body Injury
The Boston Bruins will be without their top center on Saturday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Ahead of the […]
Daily Bean: Bruins Win; Another Gameday; Bowness Still Fuming
The Boston Bruins have won their last four and can make it five tonight. The Bruins scored four straight, including […]
Bruins Game 9: Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Kings (UPDATED)
The Boston Bruins are back, and it’s another late one. The Bruins (6-2-0) are in the City of Angels for […]
Bruins Postgame: Milestone Night, What Sparked the Comeback
The Boston Bruins are getting promising results out of their younger and less experienced players, and now their win streak […]
Bruins Score 3 Power Play Goals in Michael DiPietro’s First NHL Win
The Boston Bruins scored four unanswered goals, including three on the power play, to extend their win streak to four. […]
Daily Bean: Bruins Gameday; New Team in on Hellebuyck; Flyers Lose Again
The Boston Bruins are on late, but not as late as Tuesday night. The Bruins are in Southern California for […]
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