Mason Lohrei is an American professional ice hockey defenseman for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. Standing 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighing around 218 pounds, he debuted with Boston on November 2, 2023, against the Toronto Maple Leafs and became the first NHL player born in Louisiana. Drafted 58th overall in 2020, he played college hockey at Ohio State before signing with the Bruins organization in 2023. This news archive tag collects articles, interviews, game reports, and updates covering his rookie season, his expanded role with the Bruins in 2024–25, and his international appearances with Team USA at the 2025 and 2026 IIHF World Championships, including the 2025 gold medal.