In a significant move ahead of the NHL trade deadline, the Boston Bruins have engaged in a three-team trade with the Edmonton Oilers and the New Jersey Devils, resulting in the departure of forward Trent Frederic to Edmonton. The deal also saw defenseman Max Jones and the rights to unsigned forward Petr Hauser heading to the Oilers, while the Bruins acquired defenseman Max Wanner, a 2025 second-round pick, and a 2026 fourth-round pick.
Interim head coach Joe Sacco addressed Frederic’s reaction to the trade, acknowledging the emotional impact on the player. Sacco noted that Frederic had been a valuable member of the team, and such transitions are never easy. He expressed understanding of Frederic’s feelings and wished him the best in his future endeavors with the Oilers.
Frederic, 27, has been a subject of trade discussions for some time. His performance this season included 15 points (eight goals, seven assists) in 57 games, a dip from his career-high 40 points in the previous season. This decline in production had raised concerns about his trade value, with reports indicating that his marketability had diminished.
The trade also carries implications for the Bruins’ salary cap, as they will retain 50% of Frederic’s salary, allowing the Oilers to acquire him at a pro-rated $575,000 cap hit for the remainder of the season. citeturn0news17
Looking ahead, the Bruins are scheduled to face the Nashville Predators on March 4, 2025.
