Boston Bruins Deemed a Landing Spot For UFA Corey Perry
News has surfaced that veteran forward Corey Perry of the Tampa Bay Lightning will soon become an unrestricted free agent.
Perry, known for his effectiveness as a bottom-six forward and wealth of experience, is expected to draw interest from teams in need of his skills. Let's explore three potential landing spots for him.
The Maple Leafs have been linked to Perry, and the fit seems natural. With several pending unrestricted free agents in their bottom-six forward group, Toronto could greatly benefit from adding Perry. His Stanley Cup-winning pedigree would be a valuable asset for a team aiming to end their championship drought, which dates back to 1967.
Boston Bruins:
Another Atlantic Division contender, the Boston Bruins, could be in the mix for Perry's services. With their entire fourth line potentially hitting the market this summer, Perry would be a logical target. Given the Bruins' status as perennial contenders, Perry might be enticed by the opportunity to join their ranks.
Colorado Avalanche:
The Colorado Avalanche have reportedly expressed interest in Perry, and it's easy to see why. With multiple pending unrestricted free agent forwards, Perry's addition would provide a significant boost to their bottom-six. On paper, there appears to be a strong match between Perry's skill set and the Avalanche's needs.
A league-minimum contract for Perry to sign in Boston would be ideal as the Bruins are currently one of the teams with the most expected above cap space.
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MAI 31 | 75 ANSWERS Boston Bruins Deemed a Landing Spot For UFA Corey Perry Would Corey Perry look good in a Bruins jersey? | ||
| Yes | 34 | 45.3 % |
| No | 41 | 54.7 % |
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