Bruins unlikely to buy out contracts of Lindholm or Korpisalo this summer

The NHL buyout window opened on June 17 and closes on June 30. The Boston Bruins may consider contracts for Elias Lindholm and Joonas Korpisalo, but the potential long-term cap penalties and limited short-term savings make this unlikely. Lindholm, signed for five more years at a $7.75 million cap hit, has dealt with injuries that hindered his performance. Korpisalo has a $3 million cap hit for two more years, which is perceived as steep for a backup goalie. The Bruins’ general manager, Don Sweeney, has options but faces challenges with both contracts.

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