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Fraser Minten Shines in NHL Debut, Leads Bruins to Overtime Win

1/5/2026

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Fraser Minten of the Boston Bruins made his NHL debut in Vancouver.
Minten led the Bruins to a 3-2 overtime win over the Vancouver Canucks on January 3, 2026, as the Canucks continued to struggle at home.
He scored two goals, including the overtime winner, and opened the scoring with a first-period power-play goal.
Bruins coach Marco Sturm noted Minten's hockey IQ and maturity.

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Fraser Minten of the Boston Bruins made his NHL debut in Vancouver.
Minten led the Bruins to a 3-2 overtime win over the Vancouver Canucks on January 3, 2026, as the Canucks continued to struggle at home.
He scored two goals, including the overtime winner, and opened the scoring with a first-period power-play goal.
Bruins coach Marco Sturm noted Minten's hockey IQ and maturity.