Trade Pending: Boston Bruins Spotted Scouting Metropolitan Division Game
The Boston Bruins need to improve their top-nine, and defensive core should they have postseason aspirations. That is why GM Don Sweeney has sent his scouts to view the New Jersey Devils game today.
The New Jersey Devils are in 2nd place in the Metropolitan Division and look like an all-around different team since Sheldon Keefe took over.
But even then, every team has its weaknesses, and the Devils have players they desire.
Could the Bruins have something to offer the Devils in return for a prospect or roster player?
Considering Matthew Poitras, Fabian Lysell, or Mason Lohrei's value why shouldn't GM Don Sweeney consider weaponizing their value if they won't give them a full-time job in the NHL?
Bleacher Nation reported that the New Jersey Devils are one team that could also be interested in Center Trent Frederic.
A gritty, physical forward who embodies the Bruins spirit in every instance.
Yet after his 40-point season in 2023-2024, he's fallen off the face of the earth production-wise.
He could be an interesting depth add for the Devils, and since the Bruins have failed to extend him it seems likely he could be the next Bruin out.
Nearly one-fifth of the team's goals (10) through Tuesday had come from top-line center Nico Hischier alone, while linemates Timo Meier and Dawson Mercer had added another nine. And if you slide down to the second line, the usual trio of Jack Hughes, Ondrej Palat and Jesper Bratt had accounted for another eight.
In 46 games played with the Bruins Frederic has scored only 14 points ( 7 G, 7 A) and could use a fresh start elsewhere.
Will New Jersey be it?
