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Boston Bruins complete an official move ahead of the roster freeze

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Austin Sabourin
December 19, 2025 (7:17 PM)

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According to a report shared on X, the Bruins have reassigned defenseman Victor Söderström to the Providence Bruins of the American Hockey League.

The move comes as Boston continues to juggle injuries, depth management, and short-term lineup flexibility during a busy stretch of the season.

Söderström had been up with the Bruins as a depth option on the blue line, providing insurance while multiple defensemen worked through injuries and maintenance days.

At 24 years old, Söderström remains a developing defenseman, and his time in Boston was always viewed as situational rather than permanent.

This reassignment suggests the Bruins are comfortable, for now, with their current defensive group at the NHL level.

It also reflects how closely Boston has been managing its roster, making small adjustments rather than sweeping changes.

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Victor Söderström assigned to the Providence Bruins

Söderström benefits from playing regular minutes rather than sitting as a seventh defenseman in the NHL.

With Providence, he can log heavier ice time in all situations, continue refining his game, and stay sharp if another recall becomes necessary.

The Bruins have relied heavily on organizational depth this season, and Söderström has been part of that revolving door.

He provided reliable, low event minutes when called upon, even if he did not carve out a long-term role during his stint.

This decision does not close the door on Söderström's NHL future with Boston.

The Bruins have shown a willingness to move players up and down based on need rather than labels, and Söderström fits squarely into that strategy.

Roster flexibility becomes increasingly important as the season wears on, injuries accumulate, and the schedule tightens.

Boston preserving depth while keeping players game ready is a quiet but necessary part of staying competitive.

For Söderström, it is not a demotion so much as a reset. He remains on the radar, remains trusted, and remains one phone call away.

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Boston Bruins complete an official move ahead of the roster freeze

According to a report shared on X, the Bruins have reassigned defenseman Victor Söderström to the Providence Bruins of the American Hockey League.

Victor Söderström assigned to the Providence Bruins

Do you think Victor Söderström will be back with the Bruins this season?