Report: Bruins working on multiple fronts ahead of deadline
They're apparently hunkering down in Boston.
The Bruins are expected to be major players before Monday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline, and TSN's Darren's Dreger and Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman have the latest on what's reportedly happening in Boston:
Bruins are a major player today. Working on Hamhuis/Russell...considering Eriksson trade options. Lots of discussions in Boston.
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) February 29, 2016
Some talk around BOS F Seth Griffith. 60 pts in 46 games at AHL Providence. 23 years old.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) February 29, 2016
The Bruins sit in third place in the Atlantic Division, and have to decide whether to sell Loui Eriksson, and/or add defensive help in Dan Hamhuis - who has a no-trade clause - and Kris Russell.
Eriksson's the top offensive player available on the trade market, if the Bruins decide to deal him, and he's looking for a long-term deal, as he's scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1.
Hamhuis wants to leave Vancouver as a rental, try and win a Stanley Cup, and head back home to play for the Canucks. He's been open about his desire to not uproot his family.
Russell's unrestricted on July 1, as well.