Bruins' Eriksson driving up trade value during current hot streak
Boston Bruins forward Loui Eriksson's value continues to rise.
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Eriksson, who collected the game-winning goal in overtime Tuesday to push the Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, continued to make a case for himself as the most desirable name on the market leading up to the trade deadline. The Swede has been red-hot of late, posting five goals and six points in his last six games.
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The 30-year-old remains an intriguing rental possibility as he and the Bruins have yet to agree to a contract extension beyond this season. Early reports suggest the veteran could command a deal north of $6 million at a term of five to six years. However, a long-term deal might not be in the cards for the Bruins, making it in the team's best interest to trade Eriksson.
If that's indeed the route Boston decides to take it would appear Eriksson could garner a decent return.
Eriksson sits second on the Bruins with eight power-play goals and four game-winning goals, giving him a total of 20 goals and 45 points in 57 games.
Eriksson last 5 goals have come in his last 15 shots.
— Bruins Stats (@bruins_stats) February 17, 2016
The Bruins and Eriksson still have time to work out a contract extension, and there's no question he would provide value to the club in a potential playoff run. But if Boston is determined to ship him out, this recent hot streak will only aid general manager Don Sweeney in his trade talks.