Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney has announced the signing of forward James Hagens to an AHL amateur tryout agreement (ATO). This decision marks an exciting step in Hagens’ career as he joins the organization for further development.
James Hagens Joins the Providence Bruins
James Hagens will practice with the Providence Bruins at Amica Mutual Pavilion on March 24 at 10:15 a.m. Sweeney expressed enthusiasm about Hagens’ potential and the opportunity for him to gain experience at the professional level.
Player Profile of James Hagens
- Age: 19 years
- Height: 5 feet 11 inches
- Weight: 193 pounds
- Drafted: 1st round, 7th overall in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft
This season, Hagens participated in 34 games at Boston College, leading Hockey East in scoring with 23 goals and 24 assists, accumulating 47 points. He was a standout player with six game-winning goals and two hat tricks, showcasing his talent as a forward.
Achievements in College and Beyond
In his two seasons at Boston College (2024-2026), Hagens played 71 games, netting 34 goals and providing 50 assists for a total of 84 points. His impressive performance earned him a spot on the Hockey East All-Rookie Team after achieving 37 points during the 2024-25 season.
Junior Career and International Success
Before his collegiate journey, Hagens spent two years with the United States National Team Development Program (USNTDP). Here, he scored 72 goals and made 115 assists, ranking fifth in program history with 187 points.
Hagens has had significant international experience, representing the U.S. in two IIHF World Junior Championships (2025, 2026) and two IIHF U-18 Men’s World Championships (2023, 2024). He won gold medals at both the 2025 World Juniors and the 2023 U-18 tournaments.
Record-Breaking Performance
In 2024, Hagens set a record at the IIHF U-18 Men’s World Championship, scoring 22 points in a single tournament. His exceptional skills earned him the tournament MVP honors and contributed to the United States securing silver.
James Hagens’ signing signifies a strong commitment from the Bruins to nurture young talent, reinforcing their focus on future successes.
