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Recent announcement confirmed Boston Bruins top prospect is set to leave the organization
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A new announcement has revealed that one of the Boston Bruins' top prospect's are set to depart from the organization this summer.
In a surprising development, Boston Bruins' top prospect, Dans Locmelis, is set to head overseas following the Providence Bruins' Calder Cup this weekend.
Since Locmelis signed a three-year entry-level contract with Boston on April 1 2025, he has undoubtedly made a name for himself within the AHL, posting three goals and nine assists, in just six regular-season games, it is evident the young forward has skill.
The 21-year old Latvian forward, the Bruins' 22nd, fourth-round pick (119th overall) in the 2022 season, has been a standout in his professional debut within the AHL's Providence Bruins.
A Boston reporter has revealed that the Bruins' Locmelis will be set to head overseas following this weekend.
Take a look:
«Prospect Dans Locmelis is heading overseas after this weekends Calder Cup second round action.»
«The Latvian national team has reached an agreement with the NHL club Boston Bruins - Dan Ločmelis will be released after the second AHL playoff game and will leave on Monday to join the national team and play in the world championship»
Dans Locmelis to join the Latvian National Team for the 2025 IIHF World Championship in Sweden and Denmark, starting May 9.
His departure from the Boston Bruins organization will not only be a significant moment for his career, but for the Bruins' prospect pipeline as well.
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