# Bruins Eye Nikishin Trade | Boston Bruins News

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Podcast: [Boston Bruins News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-bruins-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7535155)
Published: 2026-07-11T22:05:21+00:00
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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. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c007c82474915c2c

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