
Bruins’ Busy Free‑Agency Period Sparks League‑Wide Moves
Boston’s aggressive maneuvering in free agency set off a chain reaction across the league, with major deals involving the Rangers, Lightning and other clubs.
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Boston’s aggressive maneuvering in free agency set off a chain reaction across the league, with major deals involving the Rangers, Lightning and other clubs.

On the first day of NHL free agency, the Boston Bruins signed defensemen Connor Clifton and Jordan Harris, acquired Will Borgen from the New York Rangers, and swapped goaltender Joonas Korpisalo for forward Kalle Vaisanen and a draft pick, while also inkling several players to two‑way contracts.

The Boston Bruins have issued qualifying offers to four restricted free agents, while three others will become unrestricted free agents on July 1. Notable performances and recent trades add context to the upcoming roster reshuffle.

After a disappointing playoff exit, the Boston Bruins enter a pivotal offseason with $15.42 million in cap space, focusing on contract talks with restricted free agent Jordan Harris and uncertain futures for veterans Viktor Arvidsson and Andrew Peeke.

Wheeling Nailers edge Maine Mariners 2‑1 in overtime, with Emil Pieniniemi scoring the winner and Taylor Gauthier making 31 saves, forcing a Game 7 at WesBanco Arena on Monday.

The Boston Bruins’ goaltending upgrade, Colorado’s dramatic comeback, Maine’s push toward the conference final, Matthew Schaefer’s Calder triumph, and recent coaching dismissals highlight a busy week in the NHL, while the PWHL eyes new markets in Las Vegas and Hamilton.

The Mariners edge ahead in the North Division Final after a 5-3 victory, with key performances from Brooklyn Kalmikov, Max Andreev, Brayden Edwards and Ryan McAllister.

Maine’s Mariners opened a three‑goal lead in the first period, weathered a late rally by Wheeling, and rode strong goaltending to a 6‑3 win that puts them one win away from the championship.