The Bruins have several needs, one sportswriter says. He sees seven players around the NHL as possible Bruins trade targets.

The young defenseman was a healthy scratch for the Bruins’ final three playoff games against Buffalo, and according to Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos, Don Sweeney and company are considering moving Lohrei. It sounds like they’re looking for NHL talent that will help the current team — not a prospect — in return.

The Boston Bruins have been rumoured in NHL trade speculation regarding Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood. His offensive production has increased his value around the league, but the potential acquisition cost could make the move difficult to justify.

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights begins on Tuesday, June 2, in Raleigh. After one of these clubs is crowned champion later this month, the offseason business of hockey will begin.