The Boston Bruins had an exceptional regular season in 2022-2023, but their hopes for the Stanley Cup were crushed by the Florida Panthers in a shocking collapse. As the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals unfold, the Bruins face important questions.
The uncertain futures of veteran leaders Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci loom large. Bergeron, 37 years old, continues to excel but will consult his family about whether to extend his career. Similarly, Krejci ponders his next move after spending a significant portion of his career with the Bruins.
Another concern for the Bruins is determining the team composition for the upcoming season. They have 12 unrestricted free agents, including notable players such as Tyler Bertuzzi and Nick Foligno. With limited salary cap space and difficult financial decisions ahead, General Manager Don Sweeney faces a challenging offseason.
The goaltending tandem of Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman played vital roles during the regular season. Ullmark's impressive performance as a Vezina Trophy finalist and Swayman's reliable support contributed to the team's success. However, the Bruins' salary cap situation raises the possibility of Ullmark being traded.
