Bruins Practice: Hagens Out ‘Few Weeks,’ Forward Line Changes

BRIGHTON – The Boston Bruins are going to be without James Hagens for a few weeks. On Saturday morning, the […]

By Jack Studley · Boston Hockey Now

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 6:35 PM

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James Hagens is expected to miss a few weeks after being placed on injured reserve.
Hagens was injured on Thursday during Boston's 6-2 win over Pittsburgh following a cross-check.
The Bruins recalled forward Mikey Eyssimont from AHL affiliate Providence to fill the roster spot.

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Boston Bruins forward James Hagens will miss a few weeks after being placed on injured reserve retroactive to November 5, 2026. Hagens exited the Bruins' 6-2 victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday following a cross-check from Sam Girard. Bruins head coach Marco Sturm confirmed the timeline on Saturday, noting that Hagens simply needs time to heal.

In response to the injury, the Bruins recalled forward Mikey Eyssimont from the Providence Bruins and adjusted their forward lines. Marat Khusnutdinov shifted into Hagens' spot on the third line, while Matt Poitras returned from a broken nose to skate on the second line alongside Fraser Minten and Morgan Geekie.

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