NHL

Do the Bruins have what it takes to trade for Leon Draisaitl?

Pucks with Haggs host Joe Haggerty and guest Mick Colageo answer Bruins fan questions, including whether the B’s have what it takes to executive a trade for Leon Draisaitl.

The hosts reflect on past roster decisions, the challenges of acquiring elite players like Draisaitl, and the strategic player development approach of the Bruins. They analyze trade scenarios involving key players and emphasize the importance of assessing team needs and competitive landscapes. Join the conversation as they explore the complexities of player valuations, team strategies, and the impact of recent trades on player contracts. Stay tuned for insights on player contracts, negotiation tactics, and the dynamic nature of team building in the NHL.

0:00 – Intro
1:37 – Fan questions
6:37 – Challenges faced by the Bruins roster
8:08 – Missed player’s impact
10:11 – Future contract concerns
17:36 – Regret over trading Ryan Lindgren
19:31 – Importance of a bridge defenseman
21:35 – Bruins’ limitations in acquiring Leon Draisaitl
23:46 – Trading David Pastrnak
25:36 – Investing in young players
31:42 – Scoring goals in hockey
34:22 – Contract negotiation insights
36:19 – Potential player acquisitions
39:26 – Line adjustments potential
42:04 – Concerns about signing Swayman
45:08 – Negotiating Swayman’s contract

 

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Jackson Tolliver

Jackson Tolliver is a producer, writer, and editor for CLNS Media. He graduated from Emerson College in 2024 where he studied journalism, focused on sports media. He previously worked for The Boston Globe as a sports correspondent and WHDH 7News as a broadcast writer.

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