Bruins Waive Former First-Round Draft Pick
The Boston Bruins have placed forward Johnny Beecher on waivers, marking a significant step in the team’s roster management. Beecher, a first-round draft pick, has had a challenging start to the season.
Johnny Beecher’s Performance Overview
In the current season, Beecher has played in six games, during which he scored one goal. He also recorded four blocks and seven hits, resulting in a minus-1 rating. The 6-foot-3 forward had a more productive last season, finishing with three goals and eight assists, totaling 11 points over 78 games, along with impressive defensive statistics: 71 blocks and 85 hits.
Recent Game and Injuries
- Latest appearance: November 6 against the Ottawa Senators
- Ineffective due to an upper-body injury
- Limited to 4:07 of ice time in that match
Draft History and Future Options
Johnny Beecher was selected with the 30th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft by the Bruins. This background, combined with a reasonably low cap hit of $900,000, may attract interest from other teams looking for a cost-effective forward.
If Beecher clears waivers, the Bruins have the opportunity to assign him to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Providence Bruins. This move could help him regain his form and contribute effectively to the organization moving forward.
