Bruins need to make a decision ASAP

According to Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now, there has been little NHL trade talk recently, but that might change as arbitration hearings approach for the two restricted free agents.

Murphy suggests that Sweeney could consider trading defenseman Derek Forbort or another contract to accommodate Swayman and Frederic's anticipated substantial raises.

The projections show Frederic earning a three-year, $6.8 million contract with a $2.2 million cap hit and Swayman earning a two-year, $7.5 million contract with a $3.7 million cap hit.

This would require freeing up salary cap space, and Forbort might become a trade target to free up an additional $3 million.

The Bruins' offseason has been challenging with several departures, and Sweeney will need to make strategic moves to secure deals for the young talents while maintaining a competitive team for the upcoming season.

Tough decisions lie ahead, and as training camp approaches, the Bruins will navigate the salary cap situation carefully.