Bruins sign top prospect James Hagens to entry-level contract

The Boston Bruins have signed James Hagens to a three-year, entry-level contract. Hagens will carry a $975,00 average annual value.The deal is active for 2025-26, clearing the way for the 19-year-old to make his NHL debut. The Bruins have three regular-season games remaining. Their next game is on Saturday at TD Garden against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Hagens will have two years remaining on his ELC after this season.