Bruins training camp opens as new CBA changes take effect

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Bruins training camp opens as new CBA changes take effect
Summary

The Boston Bruins officially begin training camp today, ahead of their season opener on September 29. Team executives Don Sweeney and Marco Sturm will address the media this afternoon. Meanwhile, NHL teams are adapting to the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which now limits contract terms and signing bonuses. A number of players have reportedly signed significant extensions and contracts before the old CBA rules expired at midnight.

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  • •Bruins training camp starts today at TD Garden.
  • •Sweeney and Sturm to hold a press conference at 2 PM ET.
  • •NHL's new CBA limits contracts to seven years and reduces signing bonuses.
  • •Capitals signed Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif to eight-year contracts.
  • •Several teams have made notable signings ahead of the new contract rules.
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