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Hagens: Pastrnak Is My Idol, Deserves Captaincy
29 Sep
Summary
- James Hagens admires David Pastrnak, calling him an idol.
- Pastrnak was named the 29th captain of the Boston Bruins.
- Hagens is excited to learn from Pastrnak in the locker room.
As the Boston Bruins prepare for the 2026-27 season, David Pastrnak has been appointed the team's 29th captain. This promotion marks a significant leadership transition, with Pastrnak having previously served as an alternate captain since 2021.
Young forward James Hagens has voiced his strong approval of the decision. Hagens described Pastrnak as an idol and expressed his excitement about sharing the locker room with him. He believes Pastrnak is highly deserving of the captaincy.
Hagens, who made his Bruins debut last season, sees Pastrnak's new role as an enhanced learning opportunity. The 19-year-old forward is eager to build on his initial NHL experience by observing and learning from Pastrnak's leadership.
