For the first time since the 2005-06 season, the Bruins are poised to be sellers ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline.
It’s a reality validated by the team’s decision to trade pending free agent Trent Frederic to Edmonton on Tuesday — and further reinforced by a ugly loss to a Nashville team later that night — marking the Preds’ first road victory over an Eastern Conference opponent this season.
With only a few days remaining until Friday’s deadline, Boston’s decision moving forward is all but etched into stone.
It’s an uncomfortable and unfortunate spot to be in for a Bruins team once bracing for a fruitful playoff run.