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The Boston Bruins are eyeing a big defensive upgrade by potentially trading for Alexander Nikishin, the Cup-winning defenseman from Carolina, who’s a top-four talent with 11 goals and 22 assists in his rookie season. To land him, Boston would send Matthew Poitras, Mason Lohrei, and a first-round pick to Toronto — a package aimed at giving Carolina young assets and draft capital. Nikishin, a pending RFA expected to command $7-8M annually, could be pricey for Carolina, who’s facing roster crunch. Poitras and Lohrei, both restricted free agents, could benefit from new opportunities — Poitras for more ice time, Lohrei for offensive growth. While this deal is still speculative, it underscores the high-stakes, high-reward trades shaping NHL roster moves this offseason.

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