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Dan Bahl

Dan Bahl is a writer for The Hockey Writers, covering the Boston Bruins. Dan is a recent graduate of Quinnipiac University, and currently serves as the Lead Analyst of Quinnipiac Women's Hockey on ESPN+. Dan has worked as the Head of Media Relations for the Valley Blue Sox, as well as a Media Relations Associate for the Hartford Yard Goats.

Greg Carvel and the “NewMass” Movement

Dan Bahl | March 20, 2018

At face value, a 7-2 loss at the hands of the Northeastern Huskies seems disappointing. Add the fact that the 7-2 loss meant the team was swept out of the…

Categories Hockey East

Tuukka Rask Is an Elite Goaltender

Dan Bahl | February 6, 2018

“He can’t perform in the playoffs!” “He always chokes when the game is on the line!” “The B’s should trade him now!” Everywhere you turn on Twitter, someone else has…

Categories Boston Bruins, Bruins Goaltending

Rene Rancourt – Legend Behind the Mic

Dan Bahl | January 22, 2018

After more than 40 years behind the microphone, Bruins’ legendary anthem singer Rene Rancourt will retire at the end of the season. He will be honored by the team before…

Categories Boston Bruins

Lindgren Following in McAvoy’s Path

Dan Bahl | January 18, 2018

For Boston Bruins fans, no player has created more optimism and hope than Charlie McAvoy. It’s taken the rookie phenom just half a season to become the heir apparent to…

Categories Boston Bruins, Bruins Prospects

Four Bruins Who Deserve Contract Extensions

Dan Bahl | January 8, 2018

With the Bruins sitting tied for second in the Atlantic Division, it’s easy to give credit to the team’s biggest names. Not that they don’t deserve it, mind you. Brad…

Categories Boston Bruins

Does Vatrano Have a Future in Boston?

Dan Bahl | January 5, 2018

Three years ago, when Frank Vatrano signed in Boston, it looked like the Bruins had found a diamond in the rough. After a rather tumultuous start to his college hockey…

Categories Boston Bruins

To Outsiders, Vegas Is a Must-Watch

Dan Bahl | December 24, 2017

Last Tuesday night at T-Mobile Arena was a night to remember. Not just for Golden Knights fans (or Lightning fans, sadly), but for hockey fans across North America. For the…

Categories Editor's Choice, Vegas Golden Knights

Torey Krug’s Long Road to Boston

Dan Bahl | December 19, 2017

When you look down the Boston Bruins’ bench at TD Garden, towards the end, you’ll see the defensemen. Six players, two of which play at a time, while the other…

Categories Boston Bruins

Despite Loss, Bruins Busting into December

Dan Bahl | December 6, 2017

It’s Nov. 15, 2017. The Bruins have just lost 4-2 to the Anaheim Ducks on the road at the Honda Center. The team has dropped four in a row, and…

Categories Boston Bruins

‘Backes in Business’ – Backes Returns Tonight for Bruins

Dan Bahl | November 29, 2017

According to multiple reports, Boston Bruins center David Backes will return to the lineup tonight, less than a month after having surgery to remove part of his intestines. Backes was…

Categories Boston Bruins

Boston Bruins Holiday Wish List

Dan Bahl | November 27, 2017

Now that the turkey’s been eaten, and we’ve all woken up from our food comas, it’s time to focus on the holidays. It’s a great time of year when you…

Categories Boston Bruins, Editor's Choice

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