NHL Trade Rumor: Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers emerge as landing spots for $2.6M Seattle Kraken's star
The Seattle Kraken’s star player Shane Wright ended the last season with 12 goals and 27 points in 74 games. It seems this has led him to actively seek trade from the team as the Seattle Kraken is reportedly actively working to move him. Amid this, the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers have been linked to him.CategoryDetailsPlayerShane WrightCurrent TeamSeattle KrakenRumored TeamsVancouver Canucks, Boston Bruins, Montreal Canadiens and the Philadelphia Flyers Contract Status1 Year Remaining (RFA in 2027)Salary Cap Hit$886,666 AAVTrade LikelihoodVery High (Trade Requested)Insider UpdateBoston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers have been linked to him.Which teams are interested in Shane Wright?Ever since the 22 year old center Shane Wright requested a trade from the Seattle Kraken, a number of teams have been linked to him.As per NHL insiders, the Montreal Canadiens, the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers could be good fits for him.What are insiders saying about the rumors?A few hours ago, Lyle Richardson of Bleacher Report noted, ‘For the past two seasons, the Boston Bruins have had an issue with the calibre of depth among their centers.
Shane Wright could potentially help them address that issue for the long term. Wright's youth and potential as a two-way center could make him a good fit on their second line, allowing Minten more time to develop his game. They could also try him on their first line to see if he'll have any chemistry with wingers David Pastrnak and the recently acquired JJ Peterka.
As for a return, the Bruins are reportedly willing to move puck-moving defenseman Mason Lohrei if they want a promising NHL player in return. He could be included with a draft pick or prospect.”Lyle Richardson of Bleacher Report added, “On June 24, Dave Pagnotta of The Fourth Period claimed the Flyers were among the clubs poking around on Wright.
He lacks the superstar potential that Carlsson would've brought to the Flyers. However, his two-way skills and potential could make him a good fit in Philadelphia. Given a similar chance, Wright might become a better option to fill their second-line center role than Zegras, who seems better suited to the wing.
He could improve to the point where he'd be good enough to take over the first-line role.”Contract details and salary cap implicationsThe Seattle Kraken’s center Shane Wright is entering the final year of his contract with the team and as per reports, his current salary cap hit is estimated to be $866,666.How will the trade impact the teams?For the Boston Bruins, the team has $5.3 million in effective cap space so trading for Shane Wright remains affordable.
Adding him instantly provides cheap center depth and an elite offensive weapon to play alongside David Pastrnak.For the Philadelphia Flyers, Shane Wright remains affordable as he becomes a much-needed, highly affordable long-term option.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.