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Bruins rising prospect named to Latvia’s Olympic roster
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A Bruins prospect and former UMass forward will represent Latvia at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Dans Locmelis was named to Latvia’s men’s hockey team on Tuesday morning. The Bruins selected the forward in the fourth round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.
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Locmelis signed an entry-level deal with the Bruins in April . He was among the players present at Bruins rookie camp this summer.
The 21-year-old has 12 goals and nine assists in 30 games for Providence this season.
Locmelis spent two seasons at UMass. He had 15 goals and 32 assists during his time with the Minutemen — including 33 points in 40 games in his sophomore season. He had UMass’ only goal in the NCAA Regional final.
Locemlis played in the World Championship in 2025 and garnered praise from Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby for having three goals and an assist in four games.
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