Boston Bruins Off Season Roster/ Cap Discussion II

[Bodit9]

Making Mitch Marner the highest paid player in the NHL next year makes about as much sense as giving Swayman 10M.

Lots of people would be fine having Marner here. Not everyone wants to pay him TOP money and have him be a cornerstone player. He is NOT that guy. He's the 3rd best key player on his own team right now.

He's a top player in the league. He'll get paid like one. This aversion to paying top talent top money is utterly baffling.

 

[dugg133]

He's a top player in the league. He'll get paid like one. This aversion to paying top talent top money is utterly baffling.

Especially when the bruins desperately need high end talent that can actually drive play when Pasta is on the bench. Marner is essentially a get out of jail free card for this team if he actually hits UFA and chooses to come here, instantly changes the outlook of the Mac/Pasta window.

 

[ON3M4N]

Curious if Sweeney will try and bring back a guy he drafted in Ryan Lindgren. Not a huge guy at 6'0/195lb but plays physical, blocks shots and good team guy. One problem is he's a LHD and right now we have Hampus, Zadorov & Lohrei in the mix. Not sure if either Lohrei or Lindgren could move to the right side, but a solid DFD like Lindgren could be a good pairing with the offensive minded Lohrei.

Few other thoughts (one not so new and one is a crazy idea).

Colorado is projecting to have $8.7 million in cap space next season. Brock Nelson is probably their biggest UFA. They also have Drouin & Lindgren (mentioed above). Right now they're listed at 18 of 23 players. Maybe there is a deal to made for Necas if he tells Colorado he intends to test FA after next season.

Out there idea. Dallas has a projected $5.8 million in cap space for next season and showing 15/23 spots filled. They have Benn, Granlund & Duchene as some of their bigger UFA's. I'll pre-face this saying I don't even know if they'd do this BUT, assuming Boston stays at #5OA, would Dallas consider trading Jason Robertson with the main piece coming back being the #5OA pick? Robertson has one more year on his contract and will be due for a Pastrnak like contract. Dallas clears $7.7 million in space and gets to add a young cost controlled player. Boston adds a 26yr old sniper that has shown the ability to pop 40+ goals and 80+ points.

 

[yazmybaby]

Curious if Sweeney will try and bring back a guy he drafted in Ryan Lindgren. Not a huge guy at 6'0/195lb but plays physical, blocks shots and good team guy. One problem is he's a LHD and right now we have Hampus, Zadorov & Lohrei in the mix. Not sure if either Lohrei or Lindgren could move to the right side, but a solid DFD like Lindgren could be a good pairing with the offensive minded Lohrei.

Few other thoughts (one not so new and one is a crazy idea).

Colorado is projecting to have $8.7 million in cap space next season. Brock Nelson is probably their biggest UFA. They also have Drouin & Lindgren (mentioed above). Right now they're listed at 18 of 23 players. Maybe there is a deal to made for Necas if he tells Colorado he intends to test FA after next season.

Out there idea. Dallas has a projected $5.8 million in cap space for next season and showing 15/23 spots filled. They have Benn, Granlund & Duchene as some of their bigger UFA's. I'll pre-face this saying I don't even know if they'd do this BUT, assuming Boston stays at #5OA, would Dallas consider trading Jason Robertson with the main piece coming back being the #5OA pick? Robertson has one more year on his contract and will be due for a Pastrnak like contract. Dallas clears $7.7 million in space and gets to add a young cost controlled player. Boston adds a 26yr old sniper that has shown the ability to pop 40+ goals and 80+ points.

I like the idea, but no way Dallas is trading an all star winger in Robertson for a 50 OA pick.
Something like a first rounder and Potsy and another prospect would get it done.

 

[ON3M4N]

I like the idea, but no way Dallas is trading an all star winger in Robertson for a 50 OA pick.
Something like a first rounder and Potsy and another prospect would get it done.

I don't either, but I said #5OA aka a top 5 pick.

 

[yazmybaby]

I don't either, but I said #5OA aka a top 5 pick.

Sorry I misread the post.
That is an interesting deal.
I would do it if I was Boston as long as we can get him signed to another contract.
He would look great on LW with Pasta.

 

[Gonzothe7thDman]

If I am Dallas theres zero chance I move a player in the middle of his prime during a teams wide open cup window for a lottery ticket.

You make room moving other pieces.

 

[yazmybaby]

Especially when the bruins desperately need high end talent that can actually drive play when Pasta is on the bench. Marner is essentially a get out of jail free card for this team if he actually hits UFA and chooses to come here, instantly changes the outlook of the Mac/Pasta window.

Marner is worth a similar contract to Nylander.
11.5 - 12M is his value.
He is even killing penalties now on the second unit in the playoffs and doing it well.
He instantly upgrades our PP and gives us some scoring on the second line.
Living close to Toronto and watching the Leafs, I highly doubt he leaves. I see JT signing a team friendly deal and Marner staying as well.
They have approx. 21M in cap space.

 

[ON3M4N]

Sorry I misread the post.
That is an interesting deal.
I would do it if I was Boston as long as we can get him signed to another contract.
He would look great on LW with Pasta.

I'd keep them seperate

Geekie - Lindholm - Pastrnak
Robertson - Zacha - Lysell??

 

[dugg133]

Marner is worth a similar contract to Nylander.
11.5 - 12M is his value.
He is even killing penalties now on the second unit in the playoffs and doing it well.
He instantly upgrades our PP and gives us some scoring on the second line.
Living close to Toronto and watching the Leafs, I highly doubt he leaves. I see JT signing a team friendly deal and Marner staying as well.
They have approx. 21M in cap space.

I agree fwiw, players of Marner's caliber pretty much never actually reach UFA. Just saying that if he does actually get there the bruins should be all in on trying to sign him.

 

[Tbaybruin]

It's crazy to me that the Oilers didn't pony up for Marchand.

Do you think he woukd have went?

 

[CellyHard]

Sending an off sheet this summer is massively risky, particularly one including our 2026 1st.

The roster is still super fragile. A couple injuries again and you’re easily picking top 5, with maybe a chance at a generational talent. It just doesn’t make sense.

Using the Toronto pick or the Florida pick in a hockey trade is much more realistic. Hopefully that Florida pick cashes. They’ll have some chips to work with

 

[JoeIsAStud]

Sending an off sheet this summer is massively risky, particularly one including our 2026 1st.

The roster is still super fragile. A couple injuries again and you’re easily picking top 5, with maybe a chance at a generational talent. It just doesn’t make sense.

Using the Toronto pick or the Florida pick in a hockey trade is much more realistic. Hopefully that Florida pick cashes. They’ll have some chips to work with

I can't envision a scenario where this organization uses an Offer sheet.

 

[quietbruinfan]

I can't envision a scenario where this organization uses an Offer sheet.

ever!!!!!

 

[Bruin4]

Never seen this in any of the Marchand trade details before

 

[JCRO]

Never seen this in any of the Marchand trade details before

I could be wrong, but doesnt the Seth Jones trade also plays a factor into whether the Bruins get the '27 or '28 first rounder?

Didnt think it was due to protection. Rather depends on IF the Cats still have the '27 first round pick after the conditions of the Jones trade are met..

Or thats what I remember originally being reported when the trade went down.

 

[kdog82]

Bob Mackenzie latest draft rankings:

Matthew Schaefer, Roger McQueen generate intriguing talking points in McKenzie's NHL Draft Ranking | TSN

TSN’s survey of 10 NHL team scouts provide some interesting questions leading into the NHL Draft Lottery, which will be held on Monday night in Secaucus, N.J.

www.tsn.ca

Hagens to the Bruins if it goes like this.

 

[Bruin4]

I could be wrong, but doesnt the Seth Jones trade also plays a factor into whether the Bruins get the '27 or '28 first rounder?

Didnt think it was due to protection. Rather depends on IF the Cats still have the '27 first round pick after the conditions of the Jones trade are met..

Or thats what I remember originally being reported when the trade went down.

Panthers ship Knight to Blackhawks for Jones

Gearing up their star-laden roster for another run at the Stanley Cup, the Florida Panthers on Saturday night acquired veteran defenseman Seth Jones, 30, from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for goaltender Spencer Knight, 23, the teams announced.

www.espn.com

The Panthers acquired Jones, 30, and a 2026 fourth-round draft pick from the Blackhawks for goaltender Spencer Knight, 23, and a 2026 conditional first-round pick.
The first-round pick slides to 2027 if the Panthers trade their 2026 first-rounder before this year's draft

 

[ON3M4N]

Sending an off sheet this summer is massively risky, particularly one including our 2026 1st.

The roster is still super fragile. A couple injuries again and you’re easily picking top 5, with maybe a chance at a generational talent. It just doesn’t make sense.

Using the Toronto pick or the Florida pick in a hockey trade is much more realistic. Hopefully that Florida pick cashes. They’ll have some chips to work with

I don't even know if there is a guy to target. Most of the teams have the cap space to sign guys and is there really anyone worth giving an offer sheet to that the other team won't match? The only guy I see would be Evan Bouchard because EDM is tight on money. Problem is the deal you'd have to give him would mean you're giving up four 1st rounders. It might be easier to try and trade for him if EDM can't make the money work. Maybe both 2026 1st rounders (BOS being top 10 protected) + Lohrei and maybe another plus

 

[pucksindeep92]

Curious if Sweeney will try and bring back a guy he drafted in Ryan Lindgren. Not a huge guy at 6'0/195lb but plays physical, blocks shots and good team guy. One problem is he's a LHD and right now we have Hampus, Zadorov & Lohrei in the mix. Not sure if either Lohrei or Lindgren could move to the right side, but a solid DFD like Lindgren could be a good pairing with the offensive minded Lohrei.

Few other thoughts (one not so new and one is a crazy idea).

Colorado is projecting to have $8.7 million in cap space next season. Brock Nelson is probably their biggest UFA. They also have Drouin & Lindgren (mentioed above). Right now they're listed at 18 of 23 players. Maybe there is a deal to made for Necas if he tells Colorado he intends to test FA after next season.

Out there idea. Dallas has a projected $5.8 million in cap space for next season and showing 15/23 spots filled. They have Benn, Granlund & Duchene as some of their bigger UFA's. I'll pre-face this saying I don't even know if they'd do this BUT, assuming Boston stays at #5OA, would Dallas consider trading Jason Robertson with the main piece coming back being the #5OA pick? Robertson has one more year on his contract and will be due for a Pastrnak like contract. Dallas clears $7.7 million in space and gets to add a young cost controlled player. Boston adds a 26yr old sniper that has shown the ability to pop 40+ goals and 80+ points.

I’m on board for Lindgren. Hopefully he isn’t too expensive. Him and Zadorov would be a f’in nightmare lmao.

Gotta imagine Robertson is a name they keep due to age and skill unless you offer a total haul. Doesn’t make sense to move him to resign aging vets like Benn and Duchene. Marchment and Dumba seem like likely moves for cap purposes. Bourque and Lundq could walk.

 

[BamBamCam]

With Sullivan as the NYR coach should be easier for McAvoy to waive to go there.

 

[pucksindeep92]

WE WANT HOWARD

 

[Patdud]

I could be wrong, but doesnt the Seth Jones trade also plays a factor into whether the Bruins get the '27 or '28 first rounder?

Didnt think it was due to protection. Rather depends on IF the Cats still have the '27 first round pick after the conditions of the Jones trade are met..

Or thats what I remember originally being reported when the trade went down.

goes even further to the Tkachuk trade,

Based on the conditions of the 25 pick involved, we'd get the 27 FLA pick if it becomes a 1st.

 

[BamBamCam]

WE WANT HOWARD

Imagine that another America hockey player who doesn't want to sign with the team that drafted him.

 

[ON3M4N]

With Sullivan as the NYR coach should be easier for McAvoy to waive to go there.

Why would we trade McAvoy to NYR and what are we getting in return?