The 2023–24 Boston Bruins are playing well. They are still one of the best teams in the NHL, despite losing a
number of important players in the summer. Even while this is the case, there’s a strong possibility that throughout
the offseason, their group will undergo more adjustments. So let’s talk about three players that most likely won’t
return in the upcoming year.
This offseason, Linus Ullmark is a definite trade candidate. He may have vetoed a deal to the Kings at the deadline,
according to reports, and the Bruins will probably look at him again in the summer. This is because the Bruins need
to make other roster improvements and because other standout goalkeeper Jeremy Swayman is due for a sizable
rise.
There’s no denying that Ullmark will spark curiosity. For teams in need of relief in goal, the current Vezina Trophy
winner would be a huge asset. The New Jersey Devils are a definite contender.
Derek Forbort has most likely played his final game with the Bruins. Due to two severe injuries, the shutdown
defenseman is unlikely to play again this season. Given that he is still a UFA, the Bruins will probably allow him to
walk this summer.
Forbort had a difficult 2023–24 season, which was probably caused by his injury issues. However, it would be
unexpected to see Forbort sign another contract with the Bruins given that left-shot defenseman Parker
Wotherspoon has already received an extension.
The Bruins’ blue line has benefited greatly from the reasonably priced arrival of Kevin Shattenkirk. He has five goals
and 22 points in 56 games. The Bruins’ addition of Andrew Peeke at the trade deadline may indicate that Shattenkirk
won’t return for the upcoming campaign, despite the fact that he has contributed respectable offense and experience
to the team.
