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Bruins consider trading Pavel Zacha for defenseman Alexander Nikishin

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 3:25 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Bruins consider trading Pavel Zacha for defenseman Alexander Nikishin

Summary

The Boston Bruins are exploring a trade proposal that would exchange center Pavel Zacha for defenseman Alexander Nikishin of the Carolina Hurricanes. The deal hinges on unsigned contract extensions for both players, with Nikishin currently without a contract as the season opener approaches. He had a notable rookie season, contributing 33 points and winning a Stanley Cup. Meanwhile, Zacha is coming off a career-high season, scoring 30 goals. Bruins GM Don Sweeney sees Zacha as a vital part of the team, complicating the potential trade. Negotiations may require finding a buyer for Jesperi Kotkaniemi's contract as part of the deal.

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•Bruins propose swap of Zacha for Hurricanes' Nikishin
•Nikishin skipped training camp; remains unsigned
•Zacha scored 30 goals last season for Boston
•Deal requires contract extensions for both players
•Kotkaniemi's contract complicates the trade

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3:25 AMYahoo Sports — Bruins Trade Pitch Lands Alexander Nikishin For 30-Goal Center Pavel Zacha

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A Bruins trade pitch lands defenseman Alexander Nikishin in exchange for 30-goal center Pavel Zacha in a major proposed deal. The post Bruins Trade Pitch Lands Alexander Nikishin For 30-Goal Center Pavel Zacha appeared first on HEAVY.
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