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Demers Roasts Lucic in Funny 2016 Oilers Free Agent Story

Back in 2016, as the Edmonton Oilers were trying to secure the services of free agents Milan Lucic and Jason Demers, then-GM Peter Chiarelli was forced to make a choice.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 16

Milan Lucic won't return to Bruins this season

While domestic violence charges were dropped against Bruins winger Milan Lucic, don’t expect to see him back in a Boston uniform in 2023-24.

Criminal case against Lucic dismissed

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NHL News / Oilersnation / February 16

Adrian Kempe says ‘most of the’ LA Kings players liked recently fired Todd McLellan, and domestic violence charge dropped against Boston Bruins’ Milan Lucic

It’s never an easy time around an NHL franchise when a head coach is dismissed. And in most cases, it’s usually the result of players not playing up to their potential.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / February 16

Criminal case against Boston Bruins’ Milan Lucic dismissed

On Friday, prosecutors dropped a domestic violence charge set against Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic. Lucic’s wife opted not to testify against him, invoking martial privilege.

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / January 19

Milan Lucic Domestic Abuse Case Going To Trial Feb. 16

Boston Bruins winger Milan Lucic’s domestic abuse case will go to trial on Feb. 16. Lucic’s wife, Brittany, did not drop the domestic charges against her husband, and on Friday, the Boston Bruins winger appeared for his pre-trial hearing at Boston Municipal Court via Zoom.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

Are Bruins Looking at Patrick Maroon to Replace Milan Lucic?

According to Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now, the Boston Bruins might be in the market for a bigger, tougher, somewhat-skilled winger now that Milan Lucic isn’t available.

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / November 22

What Happens If Bruins Terminate Milan Lucic’s Contract?

For now, the Boston Bruins continue to support Milan Lucic and his family, but what would happen salary cap-wise if the team decided it was better to part ways with Lucic and terminate his contract?

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Bruins’ Lucic enters NHL/NHLPA player assistance program

Bruins’ Milan Lucic enters NHL/NHLPA player assistance program

Lucic entered a plea of not guilty to one count of assault and battery against a family member in Boston Municipal Court on Tuesday morning and was released on his own recognizance by the judge.

Details from Lucic's police report released

Bruins’ Lucic pleads not guilty to assaulting wife, released without bail

Boston Bruins News / Oilersnation / November 21

NHL International tournament to come in 2025 will not include Russian players and Bruins’ Milan Lucic pleads not guilty to domestic abuse allegations

The NHL and NHL Players Association are nearing an agreement to put the league back into international play for the foreseeable future, starting with a proposed four-nation tournament.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / November 21

Bruins’ Milan Lucic pleads not guilty to assaulting wife, released without bail

The NHL has yet to comment on or acknowledge Lucic’s arrest and charges. The Bruins announced on Saturday that Lucic was taking an “indefinite leave of absence” from the team after what it only described as an “incident.”

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / November 20

Details From Milan Lucic Police Report Released

Details from the arrest report for Boston Bruins winger Milan Lucic were published in the Boston Globe on Monday, with Lucic set to appear in Suffolk County Superior Court in Boston on Tuesday morning.

Boston Bruins News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Bruins’ Lucic to be arraigned on assault and battery charge

Bruins’ Milan Lucic to be arraigned on assault and battery charge

Bruins forward Milan Lucic is scheduled to be arraigned in a Massachusetts court on Tuesday on a charge of assault and battery against a family member. The arraignment is scheduled to take place in Boston Municipal Court.

Bruins' Lucic takes indefinite leave of absence following alleged domestic incident

Boston Bruins News / Canucksarmy / November 19

Around the NHL: Bruins forward Milan Lucic arrested after alleged domestic incident

Content warning: This article discusses an alleged instance of IPV (intimate partner violence). Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic was reportedly arrested Friday after allegedly assaulting his wife.

Boston Bruins News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Milan Lucic Will Take an Indefinite Leave of Absence From the Boston Bruins

Milan Lucic of the Boston Bruins is taking an indefinite leave of absence from the club. The team provided a statement to major outlets on Saturday with the announcement.

Boston Bruins News / Boston Hockey Now / November 18

UPDATE Lucic Reportedly ‘Attacked And Choked’ Wife

**UPDATE** Per Tiffany Chan, sources confirmed that Boston Bruins winger Milan Lucic was arrested after his wife called the police and told them that he had attacked and choked her.

Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 18

Milan Lucic Takes Indefinite Leave From Bruins Following Arrest

Milan Lucic, former Boston Bruins player, was arrested early Saturday morning following an alleged domestic incident that occurred on Friday night. The Boston Bruins organization swiftly responded by announcing that Lucic would be taking an indefinite leave of absence from the team in light of the situation.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 18

Lucic takes indefinite leave following alleged domestic incident

Bruins' Milan Lucic takes indefinite leave of absence following alleged domestic incident

The Bruins released a statement after Lucic was allegedly involved in a domestic incident Friday night.

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 28

Bruins veteran winger placed on long-term IR

The purpose for Boston’s paper transactions that were made on Friday night (the recalls of Jakub Zboril and Mason Lohrei) has now been revealed. The Bruins announced that winger Milan Lucic was placed on LTIR, meaning he’ll miss at least 10 games and 24 days.

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Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 24

Bruins veteran forward out with lower-body injury

Boston Globe reporter Kevin Paul Dupont reported Tuesday that Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic is out with a lower-body injury and will be re-evaluated Wednesday or Thursday.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 12

Lucic Shunning Maple Leafs May Have Led to Big Summer Blunder

In a recent episode of the ‘Spittin Chiclets’ podcast, Milan Lucic shared details on his off-season, specifically as it pertained to deciding which team he would sign with as an unrestricted free agent.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 28

Report: Boston Bruins expected to sign Flames forward Milan Lucic as a UFA on July 1

The Boston Bruins will sign Milan Lucic as an unrestricted free agent when he hits the open market on July 1, Rick Dhaliwal and Chris Johnston reported Saturday afternoon.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 14

NHL's most iconic enforcer eyeing Maple Leafs in free agency

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 31

Milan Lucic on free agency: ‘Where do I feel it’s gonna be the most enjoyable for me to go to the rink every day?’

Milan Lucic’s current contract with the Calgary Flames expires on July 1. Not only can Lucic potentially become an unrestricted free agent on that date, but it will end a period of four seasons where the Edmonton Oilers were paying Lucic to play with their most hated rival.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 24, 2023

The Milan Lucic era in Calgary is likely over after 2022-23

Calgary Flames head coach Darryl Sutter is all about his overly-physical veterans that stereotypically play a “grit and grind” type of game, so it was no surprise to anyone that Milan Lucic got the kind of playing time he did.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 19, 2023

What could Milan Lucic fetch the Calgary Flames on the trade market?

The way the season is going so far, the roster itself hasn’t exactly inspired Calgary Flames management to buy. Calgary invested in some long term contracts in the off-season so forcing something for the immediate now comes across as a big mistake.