Bruins rank tenth in ESPN's 'Way Too Early' NHL power rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:18 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Boston Bruins have been ranked tenth in ESPN's 'Way Too Early' 2026-27 NHL power rankings as of June 19, 2026. Coming off a playoff return under head coach Marco Sturm, expectations increase as the team navigates a pivotal offseason. Boston seeks to acquire a top-six center and has $15.4 million to spend, with key players like veteran forward Viktor Arvidsson becoming unrestricted free agents. The Bruins also plan to utilize nine draft picks acquired from a recent trade to enhance their roster ahead of the next season.
- •Boston earned a tenth-place ranking in ESPN's power poll.
- •Marco Sturm led the Bruins to the playoffs in his first year as coach.
- •The team has $15.4 million in cap space for offseason additions.
- •Viktor Arvidsson is a key unrestricted free agent for the Bruins.
- •Boston has nine draft picks to use as trade assets.
- 1:18 AMYahoo Sports — Bruins Earn Top-10 In 'Way Too Early' NHL Power Ranking
"Boston has high expectations for Marco Sturm's second year.
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