Bruins identify key players for 2026-27 bounce-back efforts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Boston Bruins are preparing for the 2026-27 NHL season, targeting specific players for improvement after a solid 2025-26 campaign. Elias Lindholm, JJ Peterka, and Hampus Lindholm are named as crucial bounce-back candidates. Lindholm has struggled to meet expectations since joining the Bruins, while Peterka aims to regain previous scoring form after a trade. Hampus Lindholm also seeks to return to elite performance after a mixed season following injury issues. The team will rely on these players to enhance their offensive and defensive capabilities as they look to build on last year’s success.
- •Bruins aim for improvement in key players for 2026-27 season.
- •Elias Lindholm seeks better performance after subpar seasons.
- •JJ Peterka looks to regain previous scoring form post-trade.
- •Hampus Lindholm aims to return to elite form after injury layoff.
- •Team looks to build off a solid 2025-26 performance.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — 3 Bruins Bounce-Back Candidates For 2026-27 Season
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