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Transaction involving the Bruins 7th overall draft pick: A trade is in the process
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New insight has surfaced regarding the Boston Bruins' decision with their No. 7 overall pick, and it's surprising.
The Boston Bruins have just recently received a top-10 pick in the NHL Draft for the first time in over a decade, and it has been unveiled that the organization might not keep it.
According to multiple reports, including a well-trusted insider, Jimmy Murphy of RG.org, the Boston Bruins' general manager, Don Sweeney, is exploring his trade options involving the organization's No. 7 overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft.
The goal of Sweeney dissecting the team's options with their selection is to either move into the top five to target an elite prospect or to use the pick as part of a package deal to quickly add help to their roster.
Additionally, the Bruins have five first-round picks over the next three years, which also gives them a great opportunity to get creative.
With that being said, the organization is being faced with a crucial decision.
Will the Boston Bruins rebuild their prospect pool or win now?
A recent report by James Wilson with nhltraderumors.me announced more insight on Sweeney's expected move regarding the Bruins' No. 7 overall pick.
«Director of Amateur Scouting Ryan Nadeau acknowledged the team is «ready for anything,» emphasizing the need for balance between future growth and current competitiveness. Boston's prospect system currently ranks near the bottom of the NHL, but the front office also wants to return to playoff contention as soon as next season.
Sweeney hinted that unless the Bruins can move into the top five, where there's a consensus drop-off in elite talent, they're more likely to flip the pick for NHL-ready players. That approach would allow them to keep building through their multiple second-rounders and future firsts.»
Sweeney hinted that unless the Bruins can move into the top five, where there's a consensus drop-off in elite talent, they're more likely to flip the pick for NHL-ready players. That approach would allow them to keep building through their multiple second-rounders and future firsts.»
Although it is uncertain what the Boston Bruins' Don Sweeney will do regarding their overall pick, it is certain that Bruins fans should buckle up as this offseason is suggested to be intense.
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JUIN 14 | 302 ANSWERS Transaction involving the Bruins 7th overall draft pick: A trade is in the process Do you think the Boston Bruins' GM Don Sweeney will trade their No. 7 overall pick this offseason? | ||
| Yes | 116 | 38.4 % |
| I hope so | 14 | 4.6 % |
| No | 108 | 35.8 % |
| I hope not | 64 | 21.2 % |
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