Proposed trade sends Pavel Zacha from Boston Bruins to Vegas Golden Knights

A trade proposal involving the Boston Bruins and Vegas Golden Knights suggests moving forward Pavel Zacha to Vegas. In return, the Bruins would receive veteran center Nic Dowd, prospect Trevor Connelly, and a 2028 first-round draft pick. Zacha is coming off a 2025-26 season where he recorded 30 goals and 35 assists over 78 games. The framework includes Boston retaining half of Zacha's salary for the final year of his current contract. Vegas would absorb the remaining portion of the $4.75 million cap hit. The proposed deal allows both clubs to remain under the $104 million payroll ceiling for the 2026-27 season. The viability of the transaction depends on whether Connelly is prepared for consistent NHL ice time.

• 11:22 AMYahoo Sports — Bruins Trade Pitch Sends Pavel Zacha to Vegas For Nic Dowd, First-Round Pick