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Bruins Have a Real Decision to Make on James Hagens

Boston Bruins fans have to be pretty happy with what they’re seeing from James Hagens. The 19-year-old is only 16 games into his first full NHL season, and he’s already making a pretty good impression. Six goals and six assists…

By Jim Parsons · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 6:35 PM

Key Things to Know

Jim Parsons argues the Boston Bruins will eventually face key decisions regarding James Hagens's ice time and trade value.
Hagens has recorded six goals and six assists through his first 16 NHL games while playing on the third line.
The 19-year-old rookie has demonstrated defensive commitment by recording 19 blocked shots in 16 appearances.

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Jim Parsons writes for Heavy that the Boston Bruins face future roster choices regarding 19-year-old rookie forward James Hagens. Selected seventh overall, Hagens has produced six goals and six assists in his first 16 games while skating predominantly on the team's third line and seeing power-play action.

Parsons argues that Hagens's balanced play, offensive touch, and defensive effort make him either a candidate for expanded ice time under Marco Sturm or a valuable trade asset for General Manager Don Sweeney.

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Bruins Have a Real Decision to Make on James Hagens

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