The Boston Bruins and General Manager Don Sweeney find themselves at a crossroads with Dmitry Orlov and Tyler Bertuzzi. As the NHL Draft approaches, the Bruins may be forced to part ways with these beloved players due to various factors.
Sweeney could explore options in the NHL trade market, similar to the recent sign-and-trade deal executed by the New Jersey Devils. Moving the signing rights of Orlov and Bertuzzi could be a potential solution for the Bruins.
Both players are attracting significant interest from other teams as unrestricted free agents. According to AFP Analytics, they are projected to command high salaries on their new contracts. With the Bruins facing cap constraints, it seems unlikely that they can accommodate these hefty contracts without making substantial cap adjustments.
Furthermore, both Orlov and Bertuzzi appear eager and excited about exploring free agency this summer, indicating that re-signing them is not currently a priority for Sweeney.
