"This time of the year, the asks are going to be exorbitant and that's the balancing act. But if we have the player that we've identified to be a difference-maker, and he's under control or we have an opportunity to extend, then we're going to explore that. It's my job to figure out what that acquisition cost will be and whether we're willing to do that."
"Of the many players to which the B's have been linked, the Blues center Robert Thomas would be a huge get. Considering he's just 26, has back-to-back 80-point seasons on his resume and is signed for four more years ($8.125 million), it would probably take a king's ransom to land him."
Bruins GM Don Sweeney indicated he will not aggressively pursue trades but remains flexible if an impact player becomes available at a reasonable cost. While short-term rentals are a low priority, Sweeney stated he would act if a difference-maker in his prime becomes available and can be extended. He acknowledged that trade deadline asks are typically exorbitant, requiring careful evaluation of acquisition costs. The Bruins have been linked to several players including Blues center Robert Thomas, a 26-year-old with back-to-back 80-point seasons, and Rangers center Vincent Trocheck. The team continues seeking a right-shot defenseman after pursuing Rasmus Andersson, who declined an extension.
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