DENVER, COLORADO - MARCH 25: Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood #39 of the Colorado Avalanche skates prior to the game against the Detroit Red Wings at Ball Arena on March 25, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Michael Martin/NHLI via Getty Images)
Bruins Reportedly Weighing GM Change: Sweeney Could Be Out..
NHL insider Pierre LeBrun hinted the Boston Bruins might be considering a GM change and Don Sweeney could be out.
The Boston Bruins have some work to do this offseason, but it will be intriguing to see who is tasked with it. Lately, there has been talk that the organization might be considering major front-office changes after a disappointing 2024-25 season that saw them fall short of the playoffs. According to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun, the Bruins are considering a change at the general manager position and moving on from Don Sweeney.
LeBrun reports:
‘There’s not been any word either way, and that in itself has created a bit of noise. He’s entering the final year of his contract next year; he’s been there 10 years, and that’s a long time. It’s been a very disappointing year. He had a very aggressive trade deadline… and got a lot of praise from GMs around the league about the return on those deals, so we’ll see what that means for his future in Boston.’
LeBrun’s report appears to be more speculation than insider information that the Bruins might be ready to make a change. However, his take is logical.
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Sweeney being in the final year of his contract means the Bruins have to make a decision. Is the organization comfortable enough to put its faith in him to continue in the role for several seasons? LeBrun notes that the lack of clarity surrounding his future has “created a bit of noise” around the league. The Bruins’ on-ice struggles and inconsistent play have raised questions about the direction of the team.
Even Sweeney Admits the Bruins Have Been Stuck
“This is a far different team than we started the year with,” Sweeney admitted recently. “We were stuck in neutral, and we needed to change course. … We have to be better in every area.”
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Don Sweeney of the Boston Bruins could be done as GM
Sweeney also took accountability for the team’s underwhelming performance, saying, “It’s a failure on our part to not be in a playoff position. Now it’s about the habits, building chemistry and cohesion for these guys to realize what it takes to play in the NHL.”
If the Bruins are leaning toward a rebuild, it could mean the Bruins want a different person spearheading that rebuild. With a possible GM change looming, Boston may look to reset its roster.
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The Bruins’ decision on Sweeney is expected in the coming weeks, pressure mounting to get this team back on track.
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“It was awesome”: Colorado Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog hits ice for 1st time in 3 years..
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog hit the ice for the first time in nearly three season as part of a conditioning stint on his road back to the NHL.
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog made a triumphant return to the ice on Friday night, playing the first game of his conditioning stint with the AHL’s Colorado Eagles.
Landeskog, who hadn’t played since the final game of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, hit the ice for the first time in nearly three years. Judging by the visuals alone, he looked confident and didn’t seem to miss a step.
That’s our guy 💪 pic.twitter.com/apixaYZpCh
— x – Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) April 12, 2025
The crowd in attendance gave the Avalanche captain a standing ovation during pre-game warmups. The crowd chanty “Landy!” was indicative of the support Eagles and Avalanche fans have for one of the most respected players in the game.
Here’s a look at the moment and comments from Gabe Landeskog himself:
A step in the right direction and unwavering support for our Captain. pic.twitter.com/l5pm7lJ0p7
— x – Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) April 12, 2025..
As for the game, the Eagles defeated the Henderson Silver Knights by a score of 2-0. Trent Miner stopped 29 shots to earn the shutout. While the action on the ice was crucial for both teams, the game was overshadowed by Landeskog’s return to the ice.
Here’s a look at Denver 7’s coverage of the post-game press conference:
Following the game, Landeskog described the experience as:
“It was awesome. I mean, I’ve been thinking about this for a long time… Obviously, there were times when I didn’t know if it was going to happen. So, it felt great being in the battle again.”
The Eagles will play the Silver Nights once again on Saturday night. It’s unclear whether Landeskog will suit up again on back-to-back nights. Regardless, Landeskog is eligible to play two more games as part of his AHL conditioning stint.
The Avalanche can request a two-game extension, giving him five total games in the AHL. If everything goes well, Landeskog could be back on NHL ice during the 2025 NHL playoffs.
Gabe Landeskog’s Colorado Avalanche teammates in attendance to support their captain
Among the thousands of appreciative fans, several of Gabe Landeskog’s Colorado Avalanche teammates were in attendance including Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar.
Not just teammates. Brothers. pic.twitter.com/UMaTMtJoe2
— x – Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) April 12, 2025
As the Avalanche’s X post noted, the group is not just teammates, they’re brothers. The brotherhood between Landeskog and his Avalanche teammates is the sort of bond that emerges among soldiers who grow together in battle.
Indeed, the countless battles Landeskog led his troops forged an unbreakable bond between all of them. Now, the Avalanche will get a shot in the arm as their captain is close to returning to the ice.
As it stands Landeskog’s return looks like something scripted out of a Hollywood movie. A star player injured at the peak of his career, seemingly loses everything, long road back, hits the ice, and then returns to win another championship.
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