Veteran Bruins Forward Arvidsson Delivers 20-Goal Season

Veteran winger Viktor Arvidsson has exceeded expectations in his first season with the Boston Bruins.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:24pm

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When the Boston Bruins acquired veteran forward Viktor Arvidsson from the Edmonton Oilers last summer, expectations were not high. However, Arvidsson has exceeded those expectations, scoring 20 goals so far this season and providing a much-needed offensive boost for the Bruins. Arvidsson, who has a history of back issues, has found success playing on a line with Pavel Zacha and Casey Mittelstadt, and his coach Marco Sturm is pleased with his production.

Why it matters

The Bruins were in need of offensive firepower this season, and Arvidsson's 20-goal performance has helped fill that void. His veteran presence and ability to play against top opposing lines has been a valuable asset for the team as they push for a playoff spot.

The details

Arvidsson, a 32-year-old Swedish forward, signed with the Bruins last offseason after struggling with injuries and inconsistent play with the Edmonton Oilers. However, he has found his groove in Boston, scoring 20 goals and adding 22 assists for 42 total points. Arvidsson has been a key contributor on the Bruins' power play and has also been effective at 5-on-5, often facing the opposition's top lines.

  • Arvidsson scored his 20th goal of the season in the Bruins' overtime win over the Buffalo Sabres on March 28, 2026.
  • Arvidsson entered the Bruins' game against the Minnesota Wild on March 30, 2026 with 20-22-42 totals on the season.

The players

Viktor Arvidsson

A 32-year-old Swedish forward who is in his first season with the Boston Bruins after being acquired from the Edmonton Oilers. Arvidsson has a history of back issues but has found success playing on a line with Pavel Zacha and Casey Mittelstadt, scoring 20 goals so far this season.

Marco Sturm

The head coach of the Boston Bruins, who was part of the Los Angeles Kings organization when Arvidsson played there. Sturm is pleased with Arvidsson's production and the impact he has had on the team.

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What they’re saying

“When we got him last summer, I said, 'This guy will get us 20 goals.' And he did. Not just that. If you look at before (the goal he scored in Buffalo), I thought he was our best guy. And it's great. It's great to see. Not just with his size but the way he works. He drags guys in, scores 20 goals, he cares, he's pissed, he's happy. He's everything. You name it. And with his age, too. So for me, to see that, it makes me happy because that's the Arvy I know and that's the Arvy I pictured in my head. And he delivered. Big time.”

— Marco Sturm, Head Coach, Boston Bruins

“Twenty goals is 20 goals. But I think I've always thought of myself as a 20-goal scorer. Last year was what it was. I didn't play a lot of power play and stuff. You get your touches there. You feel better with the puck. Obviously I've played more here on the power play. It helps you offensively 5-on-5, too. I'm happy. And I want to get some more, too.”

— Viktor Arvidsson

What’s next

The Bruins will continue to rely on Arvidsson's scoring touch as they push for a playoff spot in the final 10 games of the regular season.

The takeaway

Arvidsson's resurgence in Boston has been a pleasant surprise, as the veteran forward has provided a much-needed offensive boost for a Bruins team that was in need of goal-scoring. His ability to play against top opposing lines and contribute on the power play has made him a valuable asset, and his future with the team beyond this season remains an open question.