GOOD NEWS: Boston Bruins Finally Reach An Agreement To Sign Former New Jersey Jr. Titans And Amarillo Bulls Veteran As Ullmark’s Replacement On A $775,000 Contract

The Boston Bruins have secured goaltender Brandon Bussi for another year, signing him to a one-year, two-way contract worth $775,000 for the 2024-25 season. This move ensures organizational depth in goal for the upcoming campaign.

Bussi, who stands at 6-foot-5, has been with the Bruins organization since March 2022, initially joining on one-year agreements. He predominantly played for the Providence Bruins, the team’s AHL affiliate, and also made several appearances with the ECHL’s Maine Mariners.

During the 2023-24 season, Bussi solidified his standing as a promising goaltending prospect within the Bruins’ system. He appeared in 41 games for Providence, amassing a record of 23 wins, 10 losses, and 5 ties. His performance boasted a 2.67 goals-against average (GAA) and a .913 save percentage (SV%), including one shutout. In the playoffs, he maintained strong numbers with a 2.14 GAA and a .922 SV% over four games, despite Providence’s elimination in the Atlantic Division Semifinals.

Bussi’s career statistics in the AHL underscore his reliability in net, with a cumulative record of 48 wins, 17 losses, and 9 ties in 78 games. He has accrued a career GAA of 2.55, a SV% of .918, and has recorded three shutouts. His achievements include a selection to the AHL All-Star Classic in 2023 and recognition on the league’s all-rookie team in the 2022-23 season.

Before joining the Bruins, Bussi gained collegiate experience with the Western Michigan Broncos, where he played a pivotal role in the team’s journey to the NCAA Tournament during the 2021-22 season.

While Bussi has been summoned a few times by the Boston Bruins, he has yet to make his NHL regular-season debut. However, his consistent performance in the minor leagues has positioned him as a reliable option for future opportunities at the highest level of professional hockey.

With Bussi’s signing, the Boston Bruins now have 32 standard player contracts secured for the upcoming season, leaving them with substantial cap space exceeding $20 million, as reported by CapFriendly. This move not only bolsters their goaltending depth but also provides flexibility as they continue to navigate roster decisions and strategic planning for the 2024-25 NHL season.