The Bruins Don't Have What It Takes To Get Pierre-Luc Dubois
The possibility of Pierre-Luc Dubois joining the Boston Bruins seems highly unlikely.
The Bruins, like many other teams, simply cannot afford the talented center.
His $6 million qualifying offer is already a challenge for Boston's cap space, let alone the long-term contract he may desire.
Additionally, it's no secret that Dubois has expressed a desire to end up with the Bruins' archrivals, the Montreal Canadiens.
Dubois' trade rumors with the Canadiens have resurfaced after he and his agent, Pat Brisson, requested another trade from the Winnipeg Jets.
It appears Dubois won't be re-signing with the Jets this summer and hopes for a trade that suits everyone's needs.
Considering the Bruins' current inability to meet the Jets' demands, including a 2023 first-round pick and a Grade A prospect, acquiring Dubois seems unrealistic. Moreover, Dubois' reluctance to sign beyond the upcoming season limits his potential as a long-term solution for the Bruins.
For now, Bruins' General Manager Don Sweeney must focus on finding alternative options in the NHL trade market for the eventual retirements of captain Patrice Bergeron and veteran center David Krejci.
However, it's unlikely that Sweeney will make significant moves in the near future.
| POLL | ||
Would you rather go after someone else or try and get Pierre-Luc Dubois? | ||
| Someone else | 83 | 90.2 % |
| PLD | 9 | 9.8 % |
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