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Bruins' Minten Earns Third-Line Center Spot; Penguins Evaluate Kindel

10/2/2025

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Story summary

The Boston Bruins expect Fraser Minten to be their third-line center this season, after a preseason that earned coaching trust.
Minten has shown emotional maturity and leadership, impressing teammates and coaches.
The Bruins face center roster decisions with Minten and other options.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are evaluating Ben Kindel, drafted 11th overall, who is pushing for a nine-game NHL trial.

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Story summary

The Boston Bruins expect Fraser Minten to be their third-line center this season, after a preseason that earned coaching trust.
Minten has shown emotional maturity and leadership, impressing teammates and coaches.
The Bruins face center roster decisions with Minten and other options.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are evaluating Ben Kindel, drafted 11th overall, who is pushing for a nine-game NHL trial.