We'll never know that. But judging from what I know of the player, Zadorov seems to be a straight shooter and isn't bull shitting when he says that being an Original 6 team was a draw to him for coming here. Were other factors in play? Absolutely.
Boston Bruins 2026 OFFSEASON Roster & Salary Cap III.
- Thread starter Bruinswillwin77
- Start date
We'll never know that. But judging from what I know of the player, Zadorov seems to be a straight shooter and isn't bull shitting when he says that being an Original 6 team was a draw to him for coming here. Were other factors in play? Absolutely.
Probably because these are easier signings with the AHL team in mind.
- Mar 26, 2025
- 2,177
- 3,840
Yeah, there are a million different reasons why someone might choose to live, work, or relocate somewhere, and we're debating it as if there's a universal answer.
Zadorov probably views these things very differently than Mittelstadt. Even something as simple as proximity to Europe could matter a lot to one player and not at all to another.
Bmessy
Registered User
While there is no doubt that players clearly may prefer to go to tax advantaged states compared to some other markets, I don't think its the main factor as to why those teams have won. It most certainly contributed in a way because those teams are probably always on a teams preferred list but:
Tampa: generational goalie, winger, defenseman, all draft. Oh ya and Brayden point also drafted 3rd round. McDonagh and Hagel traded for
Colorado: sucked for years then drafted generational players in McKinnon and Makar.
Vegas: hyper aggressive team who has traded for half their roster. Mitch Marner clearly wanted to go there so we'll see how that pans out. But the team has made many amazing trades. I won't credit tax advantages for those balls. They will pay eventually. 2 first round picks and 0 2nd round picks in 4 next years.
Florida: Generational center. Again, ultra aggressive and successful trades. Bennet and Reinhart trades. Verhaeghe FA. Forsling Waivers. You could argue M Tkachuk and Jones forced his way to a tax a advantaged state? But I'd argue Jones wanted to join a proven winner.
The common denominator to me is GMs that have been aggressive and prolific. Not Players fleeing for more money. although it certainly doesn't hurt. Those teams made those players after they landed there. Except for maybe Marner and Tkachuk
Bruins weren't in on any of those trades but could have been. McDonagh? Oops. Stone? Oops. Eichel? Oops. Barbashev? Oops. Hertl? Oops. Pietrangelo? Oops. Martinez? Oops.
Maybe when they get someone more qualified to pick the cast, your "yet" will come true.
I'd do the Hronek deal, although I'd hate giving up Simpson. NFW on the Geekie and a TON for Barzal. That's a laughably bad deal for Boston. Maybe Barzal is a slightly better player than Geekie, but 39 goals sure wouldn't get replaced by him, and he's just not anywhere close to that much better,
Education and health care is declining, at one time your statement may have been true.
CellyHard
Registered User
Blues have three 1st round picks this year
They want a under 30 year old center to slot behind Robert Thomas and I threw out Mittelstadt for #29 and didn’t get ripped apart (so far lol)
Would anyone else do Mitts for #29?
Could take two stabs on defenseman.
MarchysNoseKnows
Big Hat No Cattle
- Feb 14, 2018
- 12,017
- 29,689
It would take Elias Lindholm to waive his NTC to go back to a place he doesn’t want to be for a franchise that is in worse shape than any franchise in the NHL
Bmessy
Registered User
Country wide yes, it is in decline BUT New England states are still rated highly for health and education
The top states for education in 2026 are led by Massachusetts, followed by Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Minnesota, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Maryland. These rankings consider both K-12 performance (standardized test scores, graduation rates, class size, and school safety) and higher education metrics (college graduation rates, costs, and percentage of residents with degrees) 
World Population Review+1. Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Jersey are particularly notable for their high-quality public schools and strong educational attainment among adults World Population Review+1.
States Excelling in Both Health and Education
Several states appear in the top 10 for both categories, indicating strong overall quality of life:- Massachusetts – #1 in education, #2 in health
- New Hampshire – #4 in education, #1 in health
- Connecticut – #2 in education, #4 in health
- Vermont – #6 in education, #3 in health
- New Jersey – #3 in education, top 10 in health metrics
These states combine high educational attainment, strong school systems, and excellent healthcare access, making them ideal for families, students, and individuals seeking a healthy lifestyle
Healthiest States
According to the 2025 America’s Health Rankings and Commonwealth Fund reports, the top states for health are New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Utah, Hawaii, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Washington, and the District of Columbia. These rankings are based on social and economic factors, behaviors, clinical care, physical environment, and health outcomes, including access to care, preventive services, and healthy behaviorsSummary
For those prioritizing both health and education, the Northeastern states dominate, with Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, and New Jersey consistently ranking at the top. These states offer a combination of high-quality schools, strong educational outcomes, and robust healthcare systems, reflecting a high standard of living and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
AngryMilkcrates
End of an Era
- Jun 4, 2016
- 17,552
- 32,878
We need a true top six winger with speed, and a top4 defender, ideally right handed
Available on the market this offseason for cheap: Jake Debrusk and Dougie Hamilton.
Dennis Bonvie
Registered User
AngryMilkcrates
End of an Era
- Jun 4, 2016
- 17,552
- 32,878
Talked to a 20 something this past week and he could not identify what US state he lived in or if it was on the west or east coast. Turned out it was Pennsylvania...
I'd do this move. Not sure I would take 2 shots at a defenseman in the first. But 29 would get you a chance to go after a Blyl, Piiuparinen, Or Gojer. All guys I think would be major reaches at 23. Maybe even trade back a few spots from there to get one from that group
ON3M4N
Ignores/60 = Elite
They're also very easy deals to get done. I can't imagine Sweeney & Co spent much time working those deals. The fact that they're two-way deals points the players understanding that they are AHL level players and happy to still be playing the game.
Great, I am glad you researched all that, now I suggest you go out and talk to people that are dealing with the decline in health care in this state, and this is not a knock on the healthcare workers. Then go and talk to the parents and students, that dealing with failing education system. Side note you can put all the numbers you want out there but, question, who put them together, and what motives they have behind those numbersCountry wide yes, it is in decline BUT New England states are still rated highly for health and education
The top states for education in 2026 are led by Massachusetts, followed by Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Minnesota, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Maryland. These rankings consider both K-12 performance (standardized test scores, graduation rates, class size, and school safety) and higher education metrics (college graduation rates, costs, and percentage of residents with degrees)
States Excelling in Both Health and Education
Several states appear in the top 10 for both categories, indicating strong overall quality of life:
- Massachusetts – #1 in education, #2 in health
- New Hampshire – #4 in education, #1 in health
- Connecticut – #2 in education, #4 in health
- Vermont – #6 in education, #3 in health
- New Jersey – #3 in education, top 10 in health metrics
These states combine high educational attainment, strong school systems, and excellent healthcare access, making them ideal for families, students, and individuals seeking a healthy lifestyle
Healthiest States
According to the 2025 America’s Health Rankings and Commonwealth Fund reports, the top states for health are New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Utah, Hawaii, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Washington, and the District of Columbia. These rankings are based on social and economic factors, behaviors, clinical care, physical environment, and health outcomes, including access to care, preventive services, and healthy behaviorsamericashealthrankings.org+1. New Hampshire leads in overall health, excelling in social and economic factors, behaviors, and clinical care
Summary
For those prioritizing both health and education, the Northeastern states dominate, with Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, and New Jersey consistently ranking at the top. These states offer a combination of high-quality schools, strong educational outcomes, and robust healthcare systems, reflecting a high standard of living and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Kegs
Registered User
- Nov 10, 2010
- 6,606
- 11,449
These might just be easier deals….
Arvi got an article posted about him on the bruins site. I think he is getting signed because of that. Why waste the resources to write an article if they have no plan to keep him.
There is never a rush with a RFA. They can’t exactly just walk away.
Kegs
Registered User
- Nov 10, 2010
- 6,606
- 11,449
Hockey players kids go to private school and definitely get private healthcare. I’m not sure it matters. The universities are obviously on the highest tier but why would that matter to players? They can just send their kid to what ever school their kid chooses because they have the money.
Don't tell me, inform those who believe that is heavy motive for players to sign here.
Kegs
Registered User
- Nov 10, 2010
- 6,606
- 11,449
Country wide yes, it is in decline BUT New England states are still rated highly for health and education
The top states for education in 2026 are led by Massachusetts, followed by Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Minnesota, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Maryland. These rankings consider both K-12 performance (standardized test scores, graduation rates, class size, and school safety) and higher education metrics (college graduation rates, costs, and percentage of residents with degrees)
States Excelling in Both Health and Education
Several states appear in the top 10 for both categories, indicating strong overall quality of life:
- Massachusetts – #1 in education, #2 in health
- New Hampshire – #4 in education, #1 in health
- Connecticut – #2 in education, #4 in health
- Vermont – #6 in education, #3 in health
- New Jersey – #3 in education, top 10 in health metrics
These states combine high educational attainment, strong school systems, and excellent healthcare access, making them ideal for families, students, and individuals seeking a healthy lifestyle
Healthiest States
According to the 2025 America’s Health Rankings and Commonwealth Fund reports, the top states for health are New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut, Utah, Hawaii, Rhode Island, Minnesota, Washington, and the District of Columbia. These rankings are based on social and economic factors, behaviors, clinical care, physical environment, and health outcomes, including access to care, preventive services, and healthy behaviors
Summary
For those prioritizing both health and education, the Northeastern states dominate, with Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, and New Jersey consistently ranking at the top. These states offer a combination of high-quality schools, strong educational outcomes, and robust healthcare systems, reflecting a high standard of living and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Astute observations. A couple things I’d say though:
1. I don’t mind rentals at the deadline for true Cup contenders, like the 23 run we made.
2. Yes making trades for established talent with term is ideal, and Vegas is good at it. But it’s also a lot harder as there aren’t typically a lot of quality players available with term that teams are willing to trade. And you need young talent to offer, and that’s typically sparse in this org.
3. Your final point is so spot on. It’s the mediocre, JAGish players like Jeannot, Eyesimmont, etc where Sweeney consistently shops and these guys barely make a difference. The list of guys he’s overpaid due to their UFA status is long. And while he’s not alone in the GM space for that, I’d much rather he overspend on the high end guys and wait for them to become available. Keep some powder dry, akin to the Savard/Chara summer, and overpay for true difference makers.
