Bruins Place James Hagens on Injured Reserve

Hagens left Boston’s 6-2 win over the Penguins in the third period on November 5 after a cross-check from defenseman Samuel Girard. He skated to the bench holding his back, was examined by medical staff and then went to the tunnel. He did not return to the game.

The Bruins announced the roster move on November 7, identifying November 5 as Hagens’ injury date. Coach Marco Sturm said after the game that he had not seen Hagens and had no immediate update on his condition.

Hagens, selected seventh overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, had played in all 17 of Boston’s games this season. He had six goals and six assists, giving him 12 points. Across 19 NHL games in his career, he has recorded 13 points.

Eyssimont was recalled from Providence to take the roster spot. He has not played for Boston this season, after being waived on October 4 and assigned to the AHL team. In eight games with Providence, he has 13 goals and three assists. Last season, he appeared in 56 games for the Bruins, totaling eight goals and 10 assists.