The Bruins have signed goaltender Simon Zajicek to a one-year, two-way contract extension, keeping him through the 2026-27 season with an NHL cap hit of $850,000. Zajicek, 24, posted a record of 14-6-1, a 2.44 goals against average, and a .915 save percentage during his time with the Providence Bruins in the 2025-26 season. His performance contributed to Providence's record-setting regular season, clinching the Atlantic Division title. Zajicek, originally from Czechia, was signed in May 2025 after a stint in the Czech Extraliga.

By the Numbers
  • Zajicek's record: 14 wins, 6 losses, 1 overtime loss in 21 games.
  • His save percentage ranked fourth in the AHL at .932 within the season.
State of Play
  • The Bruins currently have five goaltenders signed, with Jeremy Swayman as the NHL starter.
  • Questions remain about the backup goalie position, particularly concerning Joonas Korpisalo and Michael DiPietro.
  • Max Lundgren, another goaltender, has also been signed after a notable collegiate career.
What's Next

Moving forward, the Bruins may consider trading Korpisalo's $3 million AAV to create more cap flexibility. This could elevate the goaltender depth on the roster while assessing further adjustments for the upcoming season. Decisions on the future of Svedeback and Cavallin鈥檚 rights will also play a crucial role.

Bottom Line

The Bruins are strategically positioning their goaltending assets with Zajicek鈥檚 extension and Lundgren鈥檚 signing, indicating a potential shift in their roster management as they prepare for next season. Balancing performance and cap space will be key in their pursuit of enhancing the team.