The deadline is still about 2 months away (2/29), but yesterday's league activity seems to be the opening bell of trading season.
Here's where the Bruins stand today. 44 points, 2nd wild card spot. They are on a 95 point 82 game pace which is typically right on the bubble. 96 wasn't good enough last year, but traditionally the last playoffs spots are 90-94 points. As for assets and cap space, they're good on both fronts. $1.5 million in space currently, and they do have Kelly's LTIR to play with if they choose too. They have plenty of picks and prospects to make things happen if they do buy. On the flip side, if they sell they have some options there too (Eriksson).
It is going to be an interesting two months. Lots of different ways to go. I think we're all in agreement that the most pressing need, both in the short term and the long term is a top 4 D, maybe even a 1 or 2. Those aren't easy to find. I'm not sure how I feel about rentals for this season, but if they go that route it's hard to not see someone like Byfuglien, who is likely available, being high on their list.
Here's where the Bruins stand today. 44 points, 2nd wild card spot. They are on a 95 point 82 game pace which is typically right on the bubble. 96 wasn't good enough last year, but traditionally the last playoffs spots are 90-94 points. As for assets and cap space, they're good on both fronts. $1.5 million in space currently, and they do have Kelly's LTIR to play with if they choose too. They have plenty of picks and prospects to make things happen if they do buy. On the flip side, if they sell they have some options there too (Eriksson).
It is going to be an interesting two months. Lots of different ways to go. I think we're all in agreement that the most pressing need, both in the short term and the long term is a top 4 D, maybe even a 1 or 2. Those aren't easy to find. I'm not sure how I feel about rentals for this season, but if they go that route it's hard to not see someone like Byfuglien, who is likely available, being high on their list.