The Boston Bruins have confirmed the departure of a key player as part of a trade deal with the Minnesota Wild. Forward Justin Brazeau, a valuable contributor to the Bruins this season, is being sent to Minnesota in exchange for forwards Marat Khusnutdinov and Jakub Lauko, along with a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Brazeau, 27, has been an important piece for Boston this season, recording 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in 57 games. His departure marks the end of his two-season tenure with the Bruins, where he accumulated 15 goals and 12 assists in 76 games.
The trade reflects a strategic move by the Bruins to bring in new talent, with Khusnutdinov and Lauko both showing promise. Khusnutdinov, 22, tallied 7 points this season, while Lauko, 24, had 6 points in 38 games with Minnesota. The Bruins are hopeful that this trade will provide them with fresh opportunities as they continue to build for the future.
Fans will be keeping a close eye on how the departure of Brazeau impacts the Bruins’ lineup moving forward.
