Bruins appear to make trade decision on Brandon Carlo

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Boston Bruins appear to make trade decision on 6-foot-5 defenseman Brandon Carlo

Originally posted on House of Hockey | By Tom Banks | Last updated Mar 6, 2025 12:42 PM ET

Brandon Carlo's name has been in trade talks for the past few days, but now it appears as though the Boston Bruins have made a decision on his future despite significant interest, especially from Western Canada.

The trade-deadline talk around the NHL is heating up with just days remaining, and one name that has all of a sudden emerged as a potential trade candidate is Boston Bruins blue-liner Brandon Carlo.

In that time, the Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets have all been linked to the 6-foot-5 defenseman, but according to reporter Anthony Di Marco, the team have made a crucial call on him.

That report reveals that the team have no intentions of trading Carlo, and while that could definitely change with an overwhelming offer, Bruins general manager Don Sweeney appears to have made his mind up.

With very few prospects and draft picks coming through the organization, the Bruins made the call to move Trent Frederic to the Oilers on Tuesday for future draft picks, with many believing that moving Carlo could net them a similar return.

In 62 games this season, Carlo has just one goal and nine points, but his strength comes from his shutdown, physical play on the back end, and with his contract running for another two years with a $4.1 million AAV, it's safe to say that this is a conversation that could be revisited in the summer.

For now, though, all signs are pointing toward Carlo remaining with the Bruins through the trade deadline, but with several other names still drawing plenty of interest, especially captain Brad Marchand, keep a close eye on the Boston Bruins over the next 48 hours.

This article first appeared on House of Hockey and was syndicated with permission.

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