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Countermovement jumps measured on force plates are shaping training programs, player evaluation and injury prevention across the league.
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Countermovement jumps measured on force plates are shaping training programs, player evaluation and injury prevention across the league.

The Boston Bruins have moved to 18th in the NHL’s contract efficiency rankings for the 2026‑27 season, up from 25th a year earlier, thanks to standout performances by David Pastrnak, Jeremy Swayman and several other key contributors.

The Boston Bruins have added forward JJ Peterka and veteran Ivan Ivan, extended key players, and reinforced their defense and goaltending ahead of the new campaign.

The Bruins have reshaped their roster with new forwards, a deep defensive pool and a fresh goaltending outlook, all aimed at topping last season’s 100‑point campaign.

With Viktor Arvidsson poised to test free agency, the Boston Bruins confront a pivotal decision that could dictate their next line‑up.

Boston Bruins' new head coach Marco Sturm focuses on developing younger players, with Fraser Minten, Marat Khusnutdinov and James Hagens making notable strides and playoff debuts.

The Boston Bruins added three depth forwards last summer, each bringing a distinct style to the roster and securing extensions that signal the club’s confidence in their contributions.

Two Boston Bruins players returned with gold medals from the 2026 IIHF World Championships, while a host of other Bruins prospects contributed significantly across competing nations.

Team USA fell 4‑0 to Canada in the quarterfinals, finishing the tournament with a 3‑1‑0‑4 slate. Devin Cooley made 34 saves, while Canada’s Macklin Celebrini, Dylan Holloway, Connor Brown and Sidney Crosby found the net.

A dominant performance by Canada sees the hosts defeat Team USA 4-0, with key goals, saves and empty‑net finishes shaping the contest.

The IIHF World Championships saw seven Boston Bruins advance as the tournament resumes, while the Vegas Golden Knights swept Colorado to reach the Stanley Cup Final, and other key developments unfold.

Germany’s Lukas Reichel delivered a four‑point performance, Kirill Yemelyanov capped a hat trick, and NHL teams navigate injury concerns and roster decisions as the playoffs approach

A thrilling shootout saw the United States defeat Germany 4-3, highlighted by Ryan Leonard's decisive penalty and a late rally by Tommy Novak.

Eight Bruins are active at the IIHF World Championships, the Golden Knights take a lead in the West, and the Islanders reveal a retro jersey ahead of the playoffs.

A dramatic shootout saw Ryan Leonard cap a 39‑34 shot advantage for the United States over Germany, with Devin Cooley making 31 saves.

The United States edged Germany 4-3 in a shootout after a tightly contested preliminary round game, with Ryan Leonard delivering the winning goal and Devin Cooley making 31 saves.

Recent hockey action features seven Bruins in the IIHF tournament, the Mariners' playoff exit, Yemelyanov's cup run, Montreal's series win, and a flurry of coaching interview clearances ahead of the conference finals.

Switzerland defeated the United States 3‑1 in the tournament opener, while Canada opened its campaign with a 5‑3 win over Sweden, bolstered by the addition of Sidney Crosby.

Switzerland stunned the United States 3-1 in the tournament’s first match, with Andrighetto and Suter each contributing two points and Genoni making 19 saves. Canada also began its campaign with a 5-3 win over Sweden, featuring multiple goal scorers and a strong performance by Jet Greaves.

Switzerland opened strong with goals from Pius Suter and Sven Andrighetto, while the United States answered through Alex Steeves, but a late push left a 3-1 deficit heading into the next match.

The 2026 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship will be held in Switzerland from May 15‑31, featuring a roster that includes several rising Bruins talents.

A look at the eight Boston Bruins participants, their national assignments, debuts and storylines heading into the 2026 IIHF World Championships in Zurich and Fribourg.

A look at the Boston Bruins players selected for the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, their teams, and the tournament's broadcast and format details.