Bruins, Flyers linked to trade for Kraken forward Shane Wright
Seattle Kraken forward Shane Wright has reportedly requested a trade, sparking interest from several NHL teams including the Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers. Insiders suggest the Bruins are looking to bolster their center depth, while the Flyers are evaluating his two-way skill set.
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High-profile trade requests in professional sports significantly impact team rosters and competitive dynamics within the NHL.
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…
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