Bruins select defenseman Jacob Vandeven in fifth round of NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Boston Bruins chose Jacob Vandeven, a 6-foot-6 defenseman, with the 157th pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NHL Draft. Vandeven is the first North American selected by the Bruins after they began their draft with two Russian and two Swedish players. The 18-year-old had a season with the Komoka Kings in the GOJHL, finishing at Ontario's OHL with the London Knights, where he contributed offensively in playoffs. This selection signifies the Bruins' strategic approach in addressing defensive needs.
- •Bruins drafted Jacob Vandeven in the fifth round at 157th overall.
- •Vandeven played for the Komoka Kings and London Knights.
- •He is 6-foot-6 and weighs over 200 pounds.
- •The Bruins initially selected two Russians and two Swedes.
- •Vandeven scored in the playoffs with the London Knights.
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"The Bruins took their time addressing the team's biggest need.
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