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Even heading toward retirement, Mike “Doc” Emrick had the right thing to say

Even after more than four decades of calling hockey games, Emrick is never at a loss for words.

Joe Thornton in Toronto: the right fit or a jumbo mistake?

Do the Maple Leafs really a need a 41-year-old player to get a few assists and be a good dude whose love for the game rubs off on the under-pressure core?

What is the state of the Bruins roster? Here’s a player-by-player outlook

They still could make moves to address secondary scoring and left-side defense, but here is where things stand right now.

Bruins sign forward Zach Senyshyn to two-way deal at league minimum

Jake DeBrusk and Peter Cehlarik are the only RFAs yet to sign. Zdeno Chara is the only UFA without a contract.

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Bruins re-sign forward Karson Kuhlman to a two-year deal
The deal for the 25-year-old right winger carries a $725,000 salary cap hit.

Bruins lose Joakim Nordstrom, who signs with Flames for league minimum
Nordstrom, a steady performer on the Bruins' fourth line, signed a one-year deal for $700,000.

Matt Grzelcyk is aiming to be Torey Krug’s successor on Bruins power play

With his brand-new four-year contract in hand, the 26-year-old defenseman is flush with security and confidence.

Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick announces retirement after 47 years as NHL broadcaster

Emrick served as the lead play-by-play voice for NBC Sports's NHL coverage for the last 15 years.

Torey Krug thanks Bruins fans, organization in heartfelt Instagram post

Krug said he regretted that he couldn't help the Bruins win another Stanley Cup, but that he'll fondly remember his time in Boston.

Matt Grzelcyk, Bruins agree to four-year contract

The restricted free agent defenseman, who was scheduled for an arbitration hearing on Tuesday, will receive a total of $14.75 million through the 2023-24 season.

Schooling defensemen will be part of Bruce Cassidy’s curriculum

With Torey Krug gone, there will be a lot of flux on the Bruins blue line, and the coach intends to be a hands-on teacher.

Agent: Bruins captain Zdeno Chara is ‘looking at all options’ in free agency

Chara, who has spent 14 seasons in Boston, has said he would like to continue playing.

Bruins sign defense prospect Jakub Zboril to two-year contract

The Bruins also signed journeyman center Greg McKegg and minor league goalie Callum Booth.

Bruins' David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand could miss beginning of season after surgery

Marchand (sports hernia) is expected to be out until mid January, while Pastrnak (hip) could be out until February.

Bruins GM Don Sweeney still hasn’t found what he’s looking for

After Day 3 of free agency ended, the Bruins had added only winger Craig Smith to their roster.

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