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Hockey (NHL) · Coaching · published 2026-09-27T00:00:00+00:00 · via Yahoo Sports NFL

David Pastrnak takes over as Bruins captain

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The Boston Bruins have named David Pastrnak their new captain. The star winger takes on the leadership role ahead of the upcoming NHL season.

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Boston has selected David Pastrnak to serve as its captain. The right wing is a star player and now takes on a leadership position with the Bruins.

The appointment comes before the next NHL season. A Sept. 22, 2026, preseason photo shows him at TD Garden against Philadelphia after assisting on a third-period goal.

Context

The captaincy could affect Bruins players, fans, and the wider Boston hockey community by giving the team a new on-ice leader. It may influence how supporters identify with the club and how younger players view leadership. The impact likely remains largely within sports culture rather than broader society.

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