THW Boston Bruins Substack - Sept. 21, 2023
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In today’s edition, we have why the Bruins made the right call picking Brad Marchand as captain, the latest Bruins News & Rumors, a look back at the Bruins’ first-round picks since 2005, and more.
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Bruins Make Right Decision Naming Brad Marchand Next Captain
September 20, 2023 by Scott Roche
When Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement from the Boston Bruins, it left many voids that are going to be tough to fill. They are going to need to replace him as the center on their top-line and that is going to be a big enough void to fill. They also have to fill the leadership role and on Wednesday, the first day of training camp, they did that by naming Brad Marchand their next captain.
To no surprise, the Bruins on social media made the announcement of their next captain and the 27th in team history. It should not be a surprise to many people and despite there being multiple options, this is one that Boston got right.
Bruins News & Rumors: Marchand, Training Camp & Harrison
September 20, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
In this latest edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, the Bruins have officially named Brad Marchand the 27th captain in team history. In other news, training camp officially begins for the Bruins today, and several important events are coming up because of it. Lastly, Bruins prospect Brett Harrison is a player who fans should keep a close eye on during training camp and the preseason. Let’s go over all of this in today’s Bruins News & Rumors column.
Where Are They Now? Bruins’ First-Round Picks Since 2005
September 20, 2023 by Ryan Gagne
Overall, the Bruins have had modest success regarding first-round picks in the salary cap era, which began with the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. Here’s a look back at who those players are and where they are today.
Bruins’ Brad Marchand Approaching Several Milestones
September 20, 2023 by Justin Caron
The Boston Bruins are set to kick off training camp for the 2023-24 season after an offseason that featured plenty of changes to the roster. The changes make for an interesting camp, as there are questions about who will lock down roster spots in the depth portions of the lineup. One thing for certain is that longtime Bruins’ winger Brad Marchand will be a leader for the club this season. Entering his 15th season, all while wearing the Spoked “B”, the pesky star has many milestones within reach during the upcoming season.
Bruins Offseason Changes Extending Beyond Players on the Ice
September 19, 2023 by Brandon Share-Cohen
The Boston Bruins, one of the NHL’s storied franchises, have been no strangers to change in recent times. As they head into the 2023-24 season, the team is witnessing a transformation that goes beyond the players on the ice. From the retirement of longtime stars to significant roster moves and now changes in their hockey operations staff, the Bruins are embracing a period of transition while building for the future.