Haggerty: Bruins Can Explore Trading Zdeno Chara To Fix Salary-Cap Mess
The Bruins wouldn't trade their captain ... would they?
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The Bruins wouldn't trade their captain ... would they?
It's a perfect time to take stock of how the Bruins have fared without defenseman Johnny Boychuk because on Saturday, the veteran and his Eastern Conference powerhouse New York Islanders will be Boston's opposition at TD Garden.
"If you're going to challenge Z, then you're going to have to deal with the consequences."
Dave Goucher & Bob Beers break down Tuesday night's 4-3 win by the Bruins with Adam Jones, discussing the breakout performance by David Pastrnak.
Matt Kalman hands out his grades for the Bruins' defensemen at the midway point of the season.
While many are trading the entire Bruins roster, Bruins DieHard gives his untouchables.
Adam Jones recaps the Bruins 3-2 Predators loss and awarded his best and worst from the contest.
Zdeno Chara returned from a left knee injury Thursday night, but the Bruins captain wasn't very pleased with his performance.
Adam Jones breaks down the Bruins 3-2 loss with Dave Goucher and Bob Beers, then he goes over the positives and negatives in a segment called "Plus/Minus."
Zdeno Chara will likely make his return Thursday night, but David Krejci's status is still unclear.
The Boston Bruins had their captain back at practice onTuesday morning.
Bruins president Cam Neely was a guest Thursday afternoon on Felger & Massarotti.
With David Krejci and Zdeno Chara sidelined with injury, the Bruins have done no more than tread water.
That they're actually thriving and not diving without Chara should be a cause for celebration around the Bruins. Yet there seems to be little satisfaction with the higher-ups of the organization
Whether they're trading a top-four defenseman on the eve of the regular season, sending a player deserving of a chance in the NHL back to the American League for more seasoning or doling out goaltending assignments, the Bruins are always looking at the big picture.
Just how bad is it for the Bruins? And, more importantly, is there anything the players, coaches and front office staff can do to turn things around quickly?
"Well, listen, we knew what we were drafting as far as skill level, and we knew what we were giving up as far as skill level," Neely said.
Defenseman Dougie Hamilton called in to talk Bruins!
Chara's injury has given the Bruins a chance to evaluate what they have in Zach Trotman, David Warsofsky and Joe Morrow.
Zdeno Chara spoke with the media on Tuesday for the first time since being sidelined with a PCL tear 12 days ago, but still does not have a timeline for his return.
For five periods the Bruins looked like they were really going to be able to survive this post-Zdeno Chara portion of their lives.
NESN's Billy Jaffe called in to Toucher & Rich Tuesday morning to talk some Bruins!
Reilly Smith joined Toucher & Rich on Tuesday to discuss Zdeno Chara's leadership.
The prognosis Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli gave for Chara's injury was actually positive news.
Defenseman Torey Krug came on with Gresh & Zo Friday afternoon to talk about the loss of Zdeno Chara and much more.
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson suffered a torn ACL in Sunday night's win over the Bills in Buffalo, according to multiple reports.
Brian Walshe, the Massachusetts man accused of killing and dismembering his wife in early 2023, is set to undergo a competency evaluation that will delay the start of his trial.
Drake Maye and the Patriots upset the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills on their home turf Sunday night, which has the NFL readjusting expectations for New England.
A judge set bail for two men who were arrested over the weekend during what police described as a "large-scale vehicle takeover" involving illegal street racing in Boston.
There is a lot of optimism around the Red Sox, but the Boston brass isn't going to get complacent after just making it back to the playoffs in 2025.
Police described it as a "large-scale vehicle takeover" involving illegal street racing in Boston.
Brian Walshe, the Massachusetts man accused of killing and dismember his wife in early 2023, is set to undergo a competency evaluation that will delay the start of his trial.
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson suffered a torn ACL in Sunday night's win over the Bills in Buffalo, according to multiple reports.
One woman was killed and another was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash in Boston. Police are still looking for the driver.
There is a lot of optimism around the Red Sox, but the Boston brass isn't going to get complacent after just making it back to the playoffs in 2025.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
The Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees are facing off again, but which city has the edge?
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton is apparently considering running against Sen. Ed Markey but WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller said there's hurdles ahead.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
An expert points to three main factors and explains why the Black women unemployment rate is a warning sign.
National Coffee Day is Monday. Here's where to find free drinks and deals around Boston, Massachusetts.
The TJ Maxx location on Newbury Street in Boston is set to close in early 2026, a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
Multiple Starbucks locations in Massachusetts are set to close.
The drama between fired Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and his family members has been going on for decades.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson suffered a torn ACL in Sunday night's win over the Bills in Buffalo, according to multiple reports.
Drake Maye and the Patriots upset the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills on their home turf Sunday night, which has the NFL readjusting expectations for New England.
There is a lot of optimism around the Red Sox, but the Boston brass isn't going to get complacent after just making it back to the playoffs in 2025.
The Tar Heels mentioned Drake Maye's big game for the Patriots late Monday morning, after it was reported Bill Belichick has told his UNC staffers not to post anything New England-related.
Bruins legend Zdeno Chara will have his number raised to the rafters at TD Garden this season, the team announced.
A special type of camera captured clear video of a great white shark looking for food off the coast of New England.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.