Boston Bruins promote Michael DiPietro to backup goalie after trading Joonas Korpisalo

The Boston Bruins traded goaltender Joonas Korpisalo to the New York Rangers during the offseason, creating an opening on the NHL roster.

AHL Providence netminder Michael DiPietro, who posted a 93.0 save percentage and earned back‑to‑back Goalie of the Year honors, is poised to become the backup to Jeremy Swayman. "Given how spectacularly DiPietro has played over the last two seasons with Providence, it is clear that he is a breakout candidate to watch for Boston next season," wrote Michael DeRosa of The Hockey News. The Bruins hope DiPietro can translate his AHL success to the NHL level and provide reliable depth in goal.