Here is how former Vancouver Canucks blueliner Nikita Zadorov is doing with the Boston Bruins so far this year.

Nikita Zadorov of the Bruins explains why he's "not planning" on missing the playoffs this year. Read more on Boston.com.

The current playoff odds don't favor the Bruins. But even with Boston looking at an arduous road, they're embracing the challenge.

Boston Bruins left wing Cole Koepke (45) collides with Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in the crease during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes) AP

Nikita Zadorov is geared up for the Bruins' important stretch run. “I didn’t come here to miss the playoffs. I’m here to see playoff hockey. I’m here to see Boston Garden buzzing."

In the tightly bunched Eastern Conference, where playoff berths and positioning seemingly change by the hour, however, it’s hard not to look ahead.

It’s not in Nikita Zadorov’s nature to beat around the bush. The Bruins’ early season struggles left them positioned to spend the rest of the season in a

Bruins winger Nikita Zadorov explained the difference between playing in Vancouver and playing in Boston after signing an extension.

When the Columbus Blue Jackets selected Cayden Lindstrom with the 4th pick in the last draft, we all said the same thing. Yeah! Ivan Demidov is coming to Montreal! Many were truly satisfied with the choice of the Montreal organization,

The Bruins, back in the playoff hunt after a 5-1-1 stretch, take on a Sabres team at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov took a lighthearted jab at the Boston media while making it clear that the team's objective is to reach the postseason.

Nikita Zadorov spoke about his time with the Vancouver Canucks and some of the highlights in a recent exclusive interview.