In a phone conversation with the Boston Herald’s Steve Conroy, general manager Don Sweeney confirmed he was no longer waiting on candidates who are still coaching in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. That seemingly would eliminate Dallas Stars assistant Misha Donskov, who was a popular name in rumors.

Don Sweeney celebrated 10 years as GM of the Boston Bruins. And it was no coincidence that on that day, the Bruins announced a contract extension for Sweeney that will last through the 2027-28 season.

Don Sweeney signed a two-year contract as general manager of the Boston Bruins on Tuesday that will run through the 2027-28 season. The 58-year-old completed his 10th season since he was hired May 20, 2015. The Bruins are 458-233-91 during Sweeney's tenure, their 1,007 points and .644 points percentage tied for the best in the NHL during that span.