Bruins general manager hints at potential trades during NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:45 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney indicated that the team is likely to pursue additional trades in the ongoing 2026 NHL Draft. After trading their first-round selection to acquire winger JJ Peterka from the Utah Mammoth, the Bruins still hold seven picks, with their first in the second round at No. 56 overall. Sweeney expressed optimism about the scouting staff’s preparations and suggested they might aim to be aggressive in moving up the draft board. This follows the team’s established strategy to enhance their roster with younger players who can contribute alongside established stars.
- •Boston trades first-round pick to acquire JJ Peterka.
- •The team has seven picks remaining in the draft.
- •Bruins' first selection is No. 56 overall in round two.
- •Sweeney hints at potential trades to move up in the draft.
- •Three of their picks are in the fourth round.
- 4:45 AMYahoo Sports — Don Sweeney Hints At Bruins Making More Trades During NHL Draft
"Boston has seven selections in the 2026 NHL Draft.
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