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Boston Bruins goaltender Philip Svedeback becomes unrestricted free agent

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:24 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Boston Bruins goaltender Philip Svedeback becomes unrestricted free agent

Summary

As of August 15, Boston Bruins goaltending prospect Philip Svedeback is now an unrestricted free agent after the expiration of the Bruins' signing rights. The 24-year-old had a strong final season at Providence College, recording a.918 save percentage and a 2.32 goals-against average over 18 games. Svedeback aims to continue his professional career in North America, having indicated interest in pursuing NHL opportunities. He was one of three Bruins draft picks whose rights expired, with a notable addition to the team's goaltending pipeline occurring through the signing of Max Lundgren earlier this year.

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•Svedeback posted a.918 save percentage in his senior season.
•He was previously on the Mike Richter Award watch list.
•Svedeback finished with a.908 career save percentage at Providence.
•The Bruins added Max Lundgren to their goaltending roster.
•Svedeback aims for a professional career in North America.

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11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Bruins’ .918 Save Percentage Goalie Prospect Hits Free Agency

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The Boston Bruins have officially lost control of a goaltending prospect who put together an pleasing final season at Providence College.Philip Svedeback became an unrestricted free agent after Boston’s signing rights expired Aug. 15, giving the 24-year-old an opportunity to pursue an NHL contract elsewhere.Svedeback was one of three former Bruins draft picks whose rights […] The post Boston Bruins’ .918 Save Percentage Goalie Prospect Hits Free Agency appeared first on HEAVY.
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