With the Boston Bruins looking for attacking upgrades, Utah Mammoth attacker Nick Schmaltz has emerged as a potential trade goal. In a recent piece for The Hockey NewsSpencer Lazary employee mentioned Schmaltz among three gigantic players who can be moved – and he stands out as the most intriguing fit for Boston.
Schmaltz comes from a season in which he scored 20 goals and 43 assists for 63 points in 82 games. That is solid production and the type of offense that the Bruins can use. What makes him intriguing is that he consistently produces. Last season, his fourth consecutive consecutive marked with at least 20 goals and 58 points. He is a lock for top-six attack with a reasonable cap hit of $ 5.85 million.
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Schmaltz is also a versatile, relatively younger player (29) who can play wing and middle. Since the Bruins do not load with offense outside David Pastrnak, his addition can be a boost for the struggling power play of the Bruins. The ranking 29th last season With just over 15%.
What should the Bruins exchange to get Schmaltz?
Schmaltz is wearing a cap of $ 5.85 million to 2025-26, which means that the Bruins accept some money. They would probably have to move something back to Utah in the deal. Lazary writes: “It really comes down to how Utah sees him in the future. If they don’t intend to bring him back, it makes sense to see what is there. He can help bring a piece that fits better where they go, or be part of something bigger if they try to take a new step.”
If Utah does not want to accept money in an exchange, Boston should find a way to throw a salary to make a deal work.
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