Boston Bruins Placed Forward Navrin Mutter on Waivers
The Bruins moved to clear roster space by placing forward Navrin Mutter on waivers.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Hockey
The Boston Bruins placed forward Navrin Mutter on waivers to finalize their team roster. If the forward goes unclaimed, he will be assigned to the Providence Bruins.
Why it matters
The move is part of the standard roster management process for the Bruins as they prepare for the upcoming season. It allows the team to adjust their lineup as exhibition play continues.
The waiver claim window remains open for a period of 24 hours. Navrin Mutter was originally acquired by the organization in a trade with Nashville.
The players
Navrin Mutter
Navrin Mutter is a professional hockey forward who was previously acquired by the Boston Bruins in a trade with the Nashville Predators.
Boston Bruins
The Boston Bruins are a professional NHL hockey team based in Boston that competes in the Atlantic Division.
Providence Bruins
The Providence Bruins serve as the American Hockey League affiliate for the Boston Bruins.
The details
The decision to place Mutter on waivers enables the Bruins to finalize their current roster ahead of future assignments. Should he pass through waivers unclaimed, he is set to join the Providence Bruins, the organization's American Hockey League affiliate.
Timeline
September 20, 2026: The Bruins placed Navrin Mutter on waivers.
September 20, 2026: The Bruins competed in an exhibition game against Washington.
September 21, 2026: The 24-hour waiver claim period expires.
Season Trajectory
This transaction reflects the team's ongoing process of thinning the roster to hit final training camp numbers. It follows the standard protocol established by the NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement waiver rules for roster adjustments.
The team must wait 24 hours to see if another franchise claims the player from the waiver wire. If unclaimed, he will be assigned to the Providence Bruins for AHL competition.
The takeaway
Roster management through waivers is a common occurrence during the NHL preseason as teams finalize their lineups. Fans should look for official announcements after the 24-hour claim window closes to confirm the player's final destination.
Further reading
For more updates on the roster, visit the Boston Hockey section.
