As the calendar shifts to March, the trading deadline is inching closer. Where does each team stand, and what moves should each team make? We continue to learn about the tournament with the Boston Bruins.
The Boston Bruins learned the hard way this year that every player has an expiration date. The sudden departure of David Krejci to Europe this summer and the failed comeback attempt of Tuukka Rask eliminated two of the team’s core players even though both were still performing at elite level last season. It left just two names on the 2011 Stanley Cup roster: Patrice Bergeron and Brad Marchand. While both are still at the peak of their games, there is no way for the club to know how long that could last. Bergeron and Marchand have returned with two Cups since 2011, but the second title has passed them by. The chance to win one more time is running out.
Trapped in an Eastern playoff – despite potentially a wild card position – the Bruins couldn’t squander the opportunity to give these veteran stars another shot to win the title. enemy. With considerable salary cap flexibility, especially compared to most other candidates, and its extensive collection of draft picks, Boston looks poised to make some noise. However, the Bruins will also try to keep an eye on the future and defend the prospects of some of the blue-chips they have. Can they make a move big enough to win the Stanley Cup this season without a future mortgage?
Take note
32-17-4 (.642), fourth in the Atlantic Division
Deadline status
Buyer
Time limit time limit
$3,357,753 today, $5,036,630 in full season space, 0/3 staking used, 44/50 contracts used per Cap
Selection of upcoming drafts
2022: BOS 1, BOS 2, CGY 3, BOS 4, BOS 5, BOS 6, BOS 7
2023: BOS 1, BOS 2, BOS 3, BOS 4, BOS 5, BOS 6, BOS 7
Trade chips
The most obvious trading chip for the Bruins is forward Jake DeBrusk. DeBrusk officially requested the trade from Boston earlier this season, and by all accounts, that request remains in effect. While the impending slow start to a downward year in 2020-21 does not inspire the bidding war the Bruins might have hoped for, the status quo is beginning to change. DeBrusk has been feisty since late, and potential suitors who were previously hesitant to acquire DeBrusk with his lofty qualified offer may be rethinking their positions or at least finding a way. creation.
