Hagens Signs ATO, Starts Pro Hockey Journey

0:00On March 24, James Hagen's, the 19-year-old forward and number 7 pick by the Boston Bruins in the 2025 NHL draft, has signed an amateur tri-out agreement with their American hockey league affiliate in Providence. He'll start practicing with the team on Tuesday, marking his first step into Pro Hockey. At Boston College, Hagen's dominated hockey east this season, leading the conference with 47 points from 23 goals and 24. Assists over 34 games. He topped his team in game-winning goals and notched two hat tricks, building on a strong rookie year that landed him on the All-Rookie team. The New York native shown internationally, too, representing the United States at two World Junior Championships and two under 18 tournaments. He helped secure gold at the 2025 juniors and set a single tournament scoring record with 22 points at the under 18. In 2024, earning MVP honors on Route to Silver.

1:00Bruins' general manager, Don Swini, praised Hagen's consistent production and growing versatility, noting his shift toward wing play alongside center. Duties. This pro-exposure in Providence keeps his development on track while opening doors for the NHL. With a stack resume from college, juniors, and the national program, Hagen's looks prime to climb the Bruins pipeline fast. In coverage, powered by AI, this is NHL News Today.