"It's his first time up here. [Thursday] was a very exciting day. [Friday] was the first time where, OK, this is about hockey. We could see it in practice. He just needs time and to get used to our system. That's the biggest thing. I'm not going to throw that kid in and have him fail. I don't want to do that."
"I've got to feel comfortable doing it. I'm trying to do the best I can to make the right decision for this team, first of all, for this organization and, of course, for James. I do want him to play, so I'm just going to take it day by day."
James Hagens will not play against the Tampa Bay Lightning as Bruins coach Marco Sturm prioritizes his development. Sturm believes Hagens needs time to adjust to the team's system. A win against Tampa would secure a playoff spot for Boston. Sturm is considering resting players and integrating younger skaters if they win. He has not confirmed if Hagens will play in the remaining regular-season games, stating he must feel comfortable with the decision for both the team and Hagens.
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