Overview

• The Boston Bruins drafted center James Hagens with the seventh overall pick at the NHL Draft in Los Angeles.
• Islanders fans at UBS Arena left in large numbers when the Long Island native went to Boston, underscoring local disappointment.
• Hagens was ranked third among North American skaters after scoring 11 goals and 26 assists in 37 games as a Boston College freshman.
• He said he wants to play in the NHL and will meet with Bruins management to determine whether to turn professional or return to Boston College.
• Comedian Adam Sandler donned a Bruins jersey to announce the pick, adding a celebrity moment to the draft.