 Collins signed a two-year entry level deal with the Boston Bruins and their general manager Peter Chiarelli on July 12, 2006.In his two years within the Bruins organization, Collins played primarily with American Hockey League affiliate, the Providence Bruins.Prior to the 2008–09 season, Collins signed in Europe with Finnish team Lukko Rauma of the SM-liiga on July 10, 2008.