Bruins make unfortunate James Hagens announcement after Penguins game

James Hagens didn't escape unscathed from the Bruins' big win over the Penguins on Thursday.

By Nate Duffett · Causeway Crowd

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 3:23 PM

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The Boston Bruins placed rookie forward James Hagens on injured reserve with a back injury.
Hagens was injured after taking a cross-check from Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Samuel Girard on Thursday.
The injury will sideline Hagens for at least one week, ruling him out against Florida.

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The Boston Bruins placed rookie forward James Hagens on injured reserve on Saturday morning following an injury suffered against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Hagens left Thursday night's victory after receiving a cross-check to the back from Samuel Girard and did not return. The move will sideline Hagens for at least one week as the team takes a cautious approach to his recovery.

Hagens will miss upcoming matchups against division rivals the Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens. Meanwhile, forward Mikey Eyssimont is expected to receive an opportunity in the Bruins' lineup on Sunday, while defenseman Jonathan Aspirot could potentially be placed on waivers to be sent to Providence.

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