May 12, 2025 | By Field Level Contributor
The Boston Bruins appear ready to tap into their deep prospect pool as their top young forward, Georgii Merkulov, continues to shine in the AHL. With a dominant offensive run for the Providence Bruins, Merkulov is making an irrefutable case for a call-up to the NHL roster—one that insiders expect to happen no later than June 1.
Merkulov, 23, has been among the AHL’s most dangerous scorers this season, tallying over 60 points while maintaining his status as a top-10 scorer in the league. His ability to generate offense with high-end vision and crafty puck movement has separated him from the pack. More importantly, his game has matured defensively, earning praise from Bruins development coaches.
Originally signed as an undrafted free agent out of Ohio State, Merkulov has been on Boston’s radar for over a year, and the organization has been patient with his development. Now, with the Bruins looking for an injection of youth and speed into their middle-six forward group, his arrival feels inevitable.
The Bruins are known for their structured, defense-first approach—but Merkulov’s offensive upside might be exactly what they need as they prepare for another playoff run or look to transition into a younger core.
His promotion could mark a key step in the Bruins’ evolving roster plans. If the current trend continues, Georgii Merkulov will be in Boston by the start of June—poised to show he belongs in the NHL for good.
