Important Bruins Forward Named Top Trade Candidate
This Bruins forward is continuing to create chatter in the rumor mill.
© Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images - Important Bruins Forward Named Top Trade CandidateBoston Bruins forward Trent Frederic has been a popular name in the rumor mill this season. It is unsurprising, as the 2016 first-round pick is a pending unrestricted free agent, and the Bruins have underachieved this campaign so far.
Now, Frederic is continuing to create chatter in the rumor mill, as NHL insider Chris Johnston placed him at the No. 11 spot on his latest trade board for The Athletic.
Seeing Frederic being viewed as one of the top trade candidates in the NHL right now is understandable. Given his incredibly chippy style of play and ability to contribute solid secondary scoring, he could be a popular player once the deadline is near. Playoff teams always value players who play with an edge.
The chances of Frederic being moved will depend on whether the Bruins can turn their campaign around. If they continue to struggle and he does not have an extension finalized, he could become a top trade chip for the Bruins. However, if the Bruins get back to being a true playoff team, the St. Louis native should stay put.
Frederic, 26, has had a tough start to the season, posting three goals, three assists, and a minus-11 rating in 21 games. This is after he set career highs with 18 goals, 22 assists, and 40 points last season.