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Hauppauge Native James Hagens Signs Entry-Level NHL Deal with Boston Bruins
The 19-year-old Boston College standout was drafted 7th overall in 2025 and will join the Providence Bruins before potentially earning a spot on the NHL roster.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:10am
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A cubist interpretation of a young hockey player's journey from Long Island to the NHL, deconstructed into dynamic geometric shapes.Commack TodayHauppauge native James Hagens has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Boston Bruins starting in the 2025–26 season. The 19-year-old Boston College standout, who was drafted 7th overall in 2025, has already begun his pro journey with the Providence Bruins and could soon fill a depth role in Boston's lineup.
Why it matters
Hagens' signing with the Bruins represents a major milestone for the young hockey player from Hauppauge, providing him the opportunity to potentially make his NHL debut in the near future. His journey also highlights the talent pipeline from Long Island to the professional ranks.
The details
After a standout collegiate career at Boston College, Hagens has inked his first NHL deal with the Boston Bruins. The 19-year-old forward was selected 7th overall by the Bruins in the 2025 NHL Draft and has already begun playing for their AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins, as he works towards earning a spot on the NHL roster.
- Hagens was drafted 7th overall by the Boston Bruins in the 2025 NHL Draft.
- Hagens has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Boston Bruins starting in the 2025–26 season.
- Hagens has already begun playing for the Providence Bruins, the Bruins' AHL affiliate, as he works towards making the NHL roster.
The players
James Hagens
A 19-year-old hockey player from Hauppauge, New York who was drafted 7th overall by the Boston Bruins in 2025 and has signed an entry-level contract with the team.
Boston Bruins
An NHL team based in Boston, Massachusetts that drafted James Hagens 7th overall in 2025 and has signed him to a three-year entry-level contract.
Providence Bruins
The AHL affiliate of the Boston Bruins, where James Hagens has begun playing as he works towards earning a spot on the NHL roster.
What’s next
Hagens will continue playing for the Providence Bruins in the AHL as he looks to earn a call-up to the NHL roster with the Boston Bruins.
The takeaway
James Hagens' signing with the Boston Bruins represents an exciting milestone for a young hockey player from Hauppauge, Long Island, showcasing the talent pipeline from the local community to the professional ranks.
