A new mock draft not only has the Bruins drafting a center at No. 7 overall, but also acquiring the No. 15 pick from Vancouver.

Soderstrom just came off a terrific year in Sweden. He didn’t just play well, he owned it. Skating for Brynäs IF, he notched 37 points in 49 games, posted a +28 rating, and won the Salming Award as the league’s top defenseman.

The Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins have completed a depth-focused offseason trade. Chicago ships Victor Söderström’s rights to Boston in exchange for defenseman Ryan Mast and a 2027 seventh-round pick.

A trade pitch has the Boston Bruins acquiring Erik Gudbranson from the Columbus Blue Jackets in an intriguing move.

Player development, unlocking more offense, and preaching defensive values will be key for Sturm in his first year behind the bench.

During his time as head coach of the Ontario Reign (Los Angeles’ AHL affiliate), Sturm helped develop Kings lineup regulars like Quinton Byfield and Brandt Clarke. But Sturm himself also pointed to Boston’s flaws in developing players during his own interview process.

The Minnesota Wild may trade Marco Rossi if the 23-year-old center and Bill Guerin cannot reach a deal. Rossi was unsatisfied with his playoff ice time or the Wild’s offers, and the Boston Bruins are in the market for a second-line center.

NHL trade deadline, the Boston Bruins traded Trent Frederic to the Edmonton Oilers in a three-team trade with the New Jersey Devils. The move was understandable, as Frederic was a pending unrestricted free agent,