Boston Bruins 22-‘23 Bruins roster and trade proposals discussions. IX

[Gee Wally]

Let’s continue.

As Trade Deadline Approaches, Who Are the Boston Bruins Potential Trade Pieces

Trade deadline day is a little over three weeks away, the Bruins are in the midst of their bye-week and the phone lines are busy around the league. As in just about every other year, the Bruins are…

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[ranold26]

The longer Bill Armstrong holds off on a deal, the more he might find himself alone at the poker table.

 

[Shroud of Orrin]

This is a special team with a group of special players and coaches. It is built to the Stanley Cup.
Anyone brought in here better be just as special and appreciative.
Still believe that special player is going to say, "I want to be a Bruin" and it will be so. If they're coming here to build their resume for UFA status or whatever or other selfish reasons they can stay home.

 

[AngryMilkcrates]

The longer Bill Armstrong holds off on a deal, the more he might find himself alone at the poker table.

Again....

 

[BruinsFanSince94]

Again....

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

 

[Number8]

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

He doesn't, but he's in a unique position to move a valuable player on a great contract (a very rare thing these days) for some excellent assets.

Since Arizona is nowhere near contending for much of anything, their eye should be to the future. But if he's not careful, pretty soon he's going to burn off another year off that contract and Chychrun will be that much less valuable.

Plus, it's not a good look to jerk Chychrun around again. Unless you really love the American West (and it is beautiful) Arizona isn't exactly a preferred NHL destination I'd assume.

 

[KillerMillerTime]

What's the story with Toews? He supposedly had the flu but I don't think he has come back. I would be leery of a guy with an immune deficiency condition that caused him to miss a season, becoming sick and not playing again.

 

[Absurdity]

The longer Bill Armstrong holds off on a deal, the more he might find himself alone at the poker table.

It feels like the Bruins and Kings made solid offers for Chychrun, but when the report came out that Armstrong was willing to eat salary, it seems like he is trying to drive up the price and see if another team offers more.

Hence we are hearing the Bruins' interest in Gravikov.

 

[Hookslide]

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

It might effect how other GMs might look at this guy in future negotiations, you cannot keep expecting them to show their hands all time .............

 

[ranold26]

Again....

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

You don't think I realize this?
I'm sure all the clubs talking to ARI are aware of this too, but I'm also guessing they don't want their time wasted too.
I'm sure Chychrun is absolutely enthralled about this situation too.... This situation has been going on for a period of time now.
Teams are dropping out, we'll see if BA gets the reported asking price or if Chychrun stays again. I'm starting to think the later is going to be.

 

[Bruinaura]

This is a special team with a group of special players and coaches. It is built to the Stanley Cup.
Anyone brought in here better be just as special and appreciative.
Still believe that special player is going to say, "I want to be a Bruin" and it will be so. If they're coming here to build their resume for UFA status or whatever or other selfish reasons they can stay home.

By now the Bruins culture is almost legendary. You'd have to be a first class idiot to show up in that room and be selfish. And the players wouldn't stand for it.

Plus, hopefully after the MM fiasco, management would have a good feel for the character of whoever they're trading for.

 

[AngryMilkcrates]

You don't think I realize this?
I'm sure all the clubs talking to ARI are aware of this too, but I'm also guessing they don't want their time wasted too.
I'm sure Chychrun is absolutely enthralled about this situation too.... This situation has been going on for a period of time now.
Teams are dropping out, we'll see if BA gets the reported asking price or if Chychrun stays again. I'm starting to think the later is going to be.

To be clear, my response was a shot at Armstrong not you.

I think if we don't see him moved this week we start seeing GMs go for their plan B early so they don't get stuck mired with Armstrong down to the clock.

 

[GordonHowe]

FWIW

Boston Bruins Reportedly ‘Very Interested’ In Blues’ Barbashev

The Boston Bruins would appear to have their trade priorities in order and much of it is about adding depth to a roster that’s been great all season. With that in mind, the B’s are looking for depth at both forward and defensemen and reportedly are one of the teams “very interested” in St. Louis […]

bostonhockeynow.com

 

[missingchicklet]

FWIW

Boston Bruins Reportedly ‘Very Interested’ In Blues’ Barbashev

The Boston Bruins would appear to have their trade priorities in order and much of it is about adding depth to a roster that’s been great all season. With that in mind, the B’s are looking for depth at both forward and defensemen and reportedly are one of the teams “very interested” in St. Louis […]

bostonhockeynow.com

Oh my. Would be a good addition for the playoffs assuming the Bs wouldn't have to give up much to get him. Bit of a prick who likes to hit. Thing is, he actually has some skill and is a pain in the ass to play against. Bs could definitely use someone like him in the bottom 6 come playoff time.

 

[Fenian24]

FWIW

Boston Bruins Reportedly ‘Very Interested’ In Blues’ Barbashev

The Boston Bruins would appear to have their trade priorities in order and much of it is about adding depth to a roster that’s been great all season. With that in mind, the B’s are looking for depth at both forward and defensemen and reportedly are one of the teams “very interested” in St. Louis […]

bostonhockeynow.com

Well that sucks, it's Haggerty so no chance we get Barbashev now.

 

[BruinsJoe]

Prediction: ad grit and elite player
Barbashev
Scheen
Chychrun
we want the cup!

 

[Alicat]

After the MM shit, any trade will have been vetted by Bergeron, Marchand and a few other players.

 

[The Storm]

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

Except that Chychrun has publicly stated that he wants a trade. Keeping him after pulling him from the lineup is corrosive to the Yotes team chemistry. Chychrun has not backed off his trade demand. The Yotes need to move on. Make a deal, get the best package you can, use your draft picks and re-build. I think he gets moved.

 

[Bruin4]

He doesn’t need to move the player though. So does he care if he’s alone again?

For integrity of the game I'd hope at some point the league would step in. If they continue to keep holding him out of games.

 

[22Brad Park]

Oh my. Would be a good addition for the playoffs assuming the Bs wouldn't have to give up much to get him. Bit of a prick who likes to hit. Thing is, he actually has some skill and is a pain in the ass to play against. Bs could definitely use someone like him in the bottom 6 come playoff time.

I agree here bigtime

 

[22Brad Park]

Prediction: ad grit and elite player
Barbashev
Scheen
Chychrun
we want the cup!

 

[JCRO]

FWIW

Boston Bruins Reportedly ‘Very Interested’ In Blues’ Barbashev

The Boston Bruins would appear to have their trade priorities in order and much of it is about adding depth to a roster that’s been great all season. With that in mind, the B’s are looking for depth at both forward and defensemen and reportedly are one of the teams “very interested” in St. Louis […]

bostonhockeynow.com

Now this is an upgrade on a Freddy/Smith. All for it, although.. He is a rental and will need a contract and I expect a healthy raise at that.

 

[NeelyDan]

Do we still think No Fear Greer is a playoff-caliber contributor to this squad?

 

[WhalerTurnedBruin55]

The longer Bill Armstrong holds off on a deal, the more he might find himself alone at the poker table.

I think that might be his strategy all along.

 

[BruinsFanSince94]

For integrity of the game I'd hope at some point the league would step in. If they continue to keep holding him out of games.

Kind of a different view. Maybe Arizona has zero intentions on trading him unless blown away: Brandt for example.

Arizona sucks and going after Bedard. Chychrun is a good player. I’d say he’s a game changer and helps Arizona win more than being a reason for loss.

Maybe Arizona abusing this situation a little. Keeps him from getting hurt. Less wear and tear… coming off a wrist injury.