"We're very excited to have James join the Bruins organization and take this next step. James is an important part of our future, and this is a great opportunity for him to get immediate experience at the professional level in Providence and continue his development, while keeping all options open."
"Hagens was taken by the Bruins with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. He is their best prospect in at least a decade and is coming off a stellar sophomore year at Boston College during which he tallied a career-high 47 points (23 goals, 24 assists) in 34 games."
"Signing an AHL ATO gives both the Bruins and Hagens more options than if he just signed his ELC right off the bat. New NHL contracts signed after the trade deadline prevent players from playing in the AHL that season."
James Hagens has signed an AHL amateur tryout contract with the Providence Bruins, marking the start of his professional career. Bruins general manager Don Sweeney expressed excitement about Hagens joining the organization, emphasizing his importance for the future. Hagens, the No. 7 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, had a standout sophomore year at Boston College. While fans await his entry-level contract, gaining AHL experience is beneficial, and he could still be elevated to the NHL this season based on his performance.
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