The Boston Bruins have announced a sweeping refresh of their hockey operations department, signaling a shift in how the franchise will approach player personnel and analytics moving forward.
A Strategic Overhaul in Boston
At the center of the move is Kevyn Adams, the former general manager of the Buffalo Sabres, who has been hired as a special advisor to longtime Bruins GM Don Sweeney. Adams brings a track record of turning the Sabres into a competitive club, and his counsel is expected to shape the Bruins’ roster decisions and strategic direction.
Alongside Adams, the organization promoted two long‑time insiders to assistant general managers. Dennis Bonvie, known for his physical style during a lengthy AHL career and more recent work as a pro scout, and Jeremy Rogalski, who has overseen Boston’s analytics efforts for the past nine seasons, will now share responsibilities that include contract negotiations, salary‑cap management and player development.
Alex Gimenez, who most recently served as Director of Hockey Operations for the Professional Women’s Hockey League, is joining the Bruins as the new Director of Hockey Operations. His background in analytical roles with the Boston Red Sox and across the PWHL adds a data‑driven perspective that the front office hopes will sharpen its player‑evaluation processes.
The changes come as Evan Gold, the former assistant general manager, decides to pursue opportunities outside the NHL. His departure marks the end of a tenure that contributed to several of the Bruins’ recent roster moves.
Experience Meets New Perspectives
Adams’ extensive experience with the Sabres, where he helped reshape a franchise that had languished in the league’s lower tier, is expected to bring a fresh competitive edge to Boston. Bonvie’s deep roots in the Bruins’ system, combined with Rogalski’s analytical expertise, create a blend of on‑ice acumen and forward‑thinking strategy.
Gimenez’s arrival underscores the team’s commitment to leveraging data across all facets of hockey operations. By integrating insights from his work with both the Red Sox and the PWHL, the Bruins aim to build a more holistic view of player performance and development.