"Hagens played a strong 200-foot game. The best example came on the Bruins' second goal. After starting the rush up ice with a clean breakout pass in the defensive zone, Hagens aggressively forechecked, pinned a Blue Jackets player to the boards and allowed the Bruins to regain puck possession."
""His offensive game was always there, and he still continues to develop it. He's only 19 years old now, but I think he took huge steps in the rest of his game, becoming a 200-foot player, defensive awareness, defensive detail -- all those things that you're going to need to play in the NHL, James really improved on this year, so it's great to see.""
"Hagens finished with one assist, one shot on net, and three shot attempts in 13:08 of ice time. He also took a hooking penalty in the first period."
""It was super cool. Really cool building to be able to get that win.""
James Hagens debuted for the Boston Bruins against the Columbus Blue Jackets, contributing significantly to a 3-2 victory. Despite the Bruins already clinching a playoff spot, the game was crucial for Columbus. Hagens demonstrated a strong 200-foot game, earning a secondary assist on the Bruins' second goal. He played 13:08 minutes, recording one assist, one shot on net, and three shot attempts. Hagens' performance reflected his development in defensive awareness and overall gameplay, as noted by his college coach.
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