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Steeves Sent to AHL as Bruins' Roster Depth Limits NHL Chance

10/1/2025

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Alex Steeves is unlikely to make the Boston Bruins' lineup due to roster depth, not performance.
Last season's American Hockey League (AHL) second-leading scorer is expected to be sent to Providence to await opportunity.
Bruins' depth limits Steeves' NHL chances despite his talent.
He skated with Sean Kuraly and Tanner Jeannot; forechecking impressed, but NHL translation remained uncertain.

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Story summary

Alex Steeves is unlikely to make the Boston Bruins' lineup due to roster depth, not performance.
Last season's American Hockey League (AHL) second-leading scorer is expected to be sent to Providence to await opportunity.
Bruins' depth limits Steeves' NHL chances despite his talent.
He skated with Sean Kuraly and Tanner Jeannot; forechecking impressed, but NHL translation remained uncertain.