Boston Bruins' young players make strides under new coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Boston Bruins are focusing on developing young talent following the hiring of a new head coach who emphasizes working with younger players. Fraser Minten and Marat Khusnutdinov earned full-time roster spots and showcased their skills in the 2025-26 season, with both players making their Stanley Cup playoff debuts on April 19. Minten, in particular, finished the regular season with 17 goals and a plus-21 rating, indicating strong two-way play. Despite struggles in the playoffs, this experience is deemed valuable for their development. The Bruins are expected to consider contract extensions for Minten, whose entry-level deal expires at the end of the 2026-27 season.
- •Fraser Minten had a standout regular season with 35 points in 82 games.
- •Minten won the fan-voted Seventh Player Award for unsung heroes.
- •Both Minten and Khusnutdinov debuted in the 2025-26 playoffs.
- •The Bruins drafted James Hagens seventh overall after a poor 2024-25 season.
- •Minten's entry-level contract allows for an extension consideration this summer.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Bruins Report Card: Future Pieces Take Important Steps
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