The Bruins Just Locked Up Their Boston College Steal, and He's Ready to Play Saturday
The Boston Bruins didn't waste any time. They signed James Hagens, the 19-year-old former Boston College star and reigning Beanpot MVP, to a three-year deal with an annual cap hit of $975,000. This kid is ready to go pro, and Boston is ready to have him on the roster immediately.
A Sophomore Season That Turned Heads
Hagens was the No. 7 pick in last year's draft, and his college numbers back up the hype. As a sophomore, he led Hockey East with 23 goals and 47 points. He scored six game-winning goals and two hat tricks. That's not just solid production, that's the kind of stuff that makes scouts and GMs sit up and pay attention.
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👉 Claim Your Free $10 at KalshiBut here's the thing that really sealed the deal: he was the MVP in BC's Beanpot victory after pouring in two goals with three assists. The Eagles claimed the bragging rights of Boston for the first time in a decade. That's the kind of performance that shows up in the big moments.
Already Tested at the Pro Level
Hagens wasn't just sitting around waiting for his contract to be finalized. He joined Providence of the AHL in March and appeared in six games, recording one goal and three assists. He's got a taste of professional hockey already.
Beyond that, his resume includes a gold medal from the 2025 World Junior Championship and MVP honors at the under-18 world championships in 2024, where he set the single-tournament scoring record with 22 points. The kid knows how to perform on the international stage.
What's Next
Hagens is expected to join the Bruins immediately and could make his NHL debut Saturday when Boston takes on the Atlantic Division-leading Tampa Bay Lightning. The Bruins are sitting at 96 points with three games left in the regular season and are on the verge of clinching a playoff berth. Adding a talent like Hagens to the mix, even if it's late in the season, shows Boston is thinking about depth heading into the postseason.
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