October 30, 2025
Atlantic Division Power Rankings: Why Boston Can't Escape Last Place
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The Boston Bruins sit dead last in the Atlantic Division despite several powerhouse teams struggling alongside them. Ian McLaren breaks down the division's bottom-dwellers—including Toronto, Florida, and Ottawa—all hovering at .500 while Boston languishes below with a 5-7 record and the worst goal differential. He previews tonight's crucial matchup against Buffalo, a vulnerable opponent the Bruins desperately need to beat. Meanwhile, the Providence Bruins are flying at 7-0, led by Riley Tufte's scorching 11 points in seven games. McLaren makes a compelling case for recalling Tufte and shaking up the NHL roster, questioning whether struggling players deserve their spots over red-hot AHL performers. With defensive issues plaguing both Swayman and Korpisalo, and special teams becoming critical, the Bruins face a pivotal stretch that could define their season's trajectory. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.