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Bruins trade draft pick to acquire JJ Peterka from Utah Mammoth

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Bruins trade draft pick to acquire JJ Peterka from Utah Mammoth
Summary

The Boston Bruins traded their first-round draft pick to the Utah Mammoth for winger JJ Peterka during the 2026 NHL Draft. Bruins general manager Don Sweeney highlighted Peterka's speed, skill, and experience as key factors in the decision. Sweeney aims to enhance the roster with players who can complement star forwards. Peterka, 24, is projected to take on a second-line role in the upcoming season.

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  • •Boston Bruins trade first-round pick for JJ Peterka
  • •Peterka has experience and scoring ability
  • •Sweeney aims to add skill to the lineup
  • •Peterka expected to fill a second-line winger role
Latest Updates
  • 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Don Sweeney Very Candidly Said Bruins Trade Was About 'Adding Skill'
  • 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Don Sweeney Explains Bruins Decision Trade For JJ Peterka In NESN Interview
What they're saying
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Boston's general manager kept it simple when discussing the JJ Peterka trade.

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Don Sweeney spoke to Sophia Jurksztowicz about the draft-day trade.

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