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Bruins experiment with JJ Peterka alongside David Pastrnak in practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:07 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Bruins experiment with JJ Peterka alongside David Pastrnak in practice

Summary

The Boston Bruins have begun integrating JJ Peterka into their lineup, practicing with David Pastrnak and Elias Lindholm just days before the regular season. This shift follows a preseason victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, where the original top line struggled. Coach Jim Montgomery acknowledged the need for change as they look to enhance offensive performance. Peterka's addition is significant given Boston's investment in acquiring him, having traded a notable draft pick to bring him on board this summer.

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By the Numbers

•JJ Peterka skated with Pastrnak and Lindholm in practice.
•Bruins traded the No. 23 pick and a conditional first-round pick for Peterka.
•Original top line struggled in a preseason win against the Flyers.
•Peterka recorded 25 goals and 22 assists in 82 games last season.
•Coach Jim Montgomery hinted at more line experimentation moving forward.

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What they're saying

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The Boston Bruins paid a steep price to bring JJ Peterk to Boston this summer. And less than a week before the regular season, the 24-year-old may be getting a chance to prove why. Peterka opened Wednesday’s practice alongside David Pastrnak and Elias Lindholm, according to Boston.com’s Conor Ryan, extending an experiment that began during […] The post Bruins’ $38.5 Million Addition Appears in Role Alongside David Pastrnak appeared first on HEAVY.
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