With the start of the Boston Bruins season one day away, here’s your daily dose of Bruins and NHL news.
The opening night roster for the Boston Bruins appears set. Looks like the youth movement of the NHL is here to stay. WEEI
Boston Bruins goaltender and 2012 first round pick Malcolm Subban was claimed off waivers by the Vegas Golden Knights, which GM Sweeney called “disappointing.” Boston Herald
Patrice Bergeron is day-to-day with a lower body injury. Cause for concern? But could Torey Krug play in the season opener? Masslive.com
Ryan Spooner has an…unusual offseason hobby. While most NHLers hit the links, DJ Spoons hits the turntables. Popternative
NBC Sports Boston writer Joe Haggerty thinks Matt Beleskey has turned a corner and will contribute this season. NBC Sports Boston
Around the NHL…
BUFFALO, NY – APRIL 05: Jack Eichel of the Buffalo Sabres, right, gives his jersey to a fan after their NHL game against the Montreal Canadiens at KeyBank Center on April 5, 2017 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Bill Wippert/NHLI via Getty Images)
Buffalo Sabres young gun Jack Eichel signs a huge 8 year, $80 million contract extension. I’d say “drinks on Jack,” but he’s only 20 years old. SBNation
Many feel the Tampa Bay Lightning are the favorites to win the Atlantic this season. What does their opening night lineup look like? Tampa Bay Lightning
The Bruins arch-rival Montreal Canadiens also announced their opening night roster. Will they repeat as Atlantic Division champions? Montreal Canadiens
Last season, the Toronto Maple Leafs were led by three rookie sensations. Who joins them this season to try to reach the top of the Atlantic? Toronto Maple Leafs
Boston College alum Johnny Gaudreau, aka Johnny Hockey, will be contributing $1,000 to charity for every goal he scores this season. Calgary Flames
The Vegas Golden Knights are already making an impact on the community. After the tragedy that took place is Las Vegas earlier this week, the team is partnering to donate $300,000 to victims and first responders. Vegas Golden Knights Twitter
