Puck Drop Preview: 2021-22 Boston Bruins
In today's Puck Drop Preview, we take a look at the 2021-22 Boston Bruins roster and predict how their season will play out.
lastwordonsports.comHere’s the latest on the 2021–22 Boston Bruins season.
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What happened that season: The Bruins finished with a 51–26–5 record, placing 4th in the Atlantic Division and 6th in the Eastern Conference. They won 51 games, scored 255 goals, and allowed 220, under head coach Bruce Cassidy. Patrice Bergeron served as captain, with Brad Marchand as an alternating captain, and Don Sweeney was the general manager. The team played at TD Garden with strong home attendance around 17,850 per game.[5]
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Playoffs: The Bruins reached the playoffs but were eliminated in the second round by the New York Islanders after advancing past the Capitals in the first round. Key overtime and late-game moments defined their postseason run, with some expected contributors like young players taking on larger roles during the stretch.[3][9]
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Notable roster/season context: The 2021–22 season followed a summer of turnover, including the departure of David Krejci and an injury/absence period for Tuukka Rask, which shaped goaltending plans around Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark. The season also featured a mid-season push with additions like Taylor Hall at the trade deadline, which provided scoring depth and veteran presence.[9][3]
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Schedule and notable games: The Bruins opened the season at home versus Dallas and had multiple marquee dates, including regular-season matches against Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay and the Seattle Kraken, among others. The 2021–22 schedule highlighted a mix of long homestands and road trips, reflecting a balanced approach to the slate.[6][9]
Illustration (contextual snapshot)
- 2021–22 Bruins at a glance: 51–26–5 record, 255 GF, 220 GA, captain Patrice Bergeron, coach Bruce Cassidy, home TD Garden.[5]
If you’d like, I can pull a more detailed game-by-game breakdown, key player statistics (e.g., top scorers, goaltending totals), or a playoff run timeline with series-by-series results.
Citations:
- Bruins season summary and records[5]
- Playoff outcomes and series details[9]
- Context on offseason changes and goaltending situation[3]
- 2021–22 schedule highlights and notable games[6]