ROCHESTER, NY - APRIL 04: Providence Bruins forward James Hagens (12) skates during warm ups prior to the AHLD game between the Providence Bruins and Rochester Americans on April 4, 2026, at Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, NY. The three-year ELC begins with the current (2025-2026) season and carries a cap hit of $975,000 at the NHL level. That part is likely a formality, as the Bruins probably wouldn’t bother having him sign a contract if they didn’t intend to get him some game time at the NHL level. Hagens ended up playing six games with the Providence Bruins, recording a goal and three assists for four points. The Bruins will practice at Warrior Arena at 11 AM on Thursday morning; presumably, Hagens will be there.

Source: New York Times April 09, 2026 11:18 UTC