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The Boston Bruins didn’t just cut around the edges at the 2025 trade deadline—they pulled from the core. Defenseman Brandon Carlo, a fixture on the team’s blue line for years, was sent to the Toronto Maple Leafs in a move that caught many off guard.

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Bruins place defenseman Ian Mitchell on waivers

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Boston Bruins News / TheLeafsnation / April 6

Fraser Minten held pointless in Boston debut, Bruins end 10-game losing streak

The Boston Bruins are undefeated in the Fraser Minten era. The 20-year-old former second-round pick of the Maple Leafs made his Bruins’ debut on Saturday night against the Carolina Hurricanes, just under a month after Toronto traded him at the deadline.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 5

Could Luke Haymes be a Fraser Minten replacement for the Maple Leafs?

When Fraser Minten was traded to the Boston Bruins as part of the Brandon Carlo deal, the initial reaction was excitement. The Toronto Maple Leafs may have assembled the best group of defencemen they’ve ever had going into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but then came the question: what centre depth do the Maple Leafs have left?

Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 5

Bruins recall Fraser Minten, reassign Jeffrey Viel

The Boston Bruins will likely see the organizational debut of one of the prospects they acquired from their trade deadline firesale. Boston announced they’ve recalled forward Fraser Minten from their AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins, and have reassigned forward Jeffrey Viel in a corresponding roster move.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 22

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Laughton, Minten & Rielly

The Toronto Maple Leafs (42-24-3, 87 points) enter tonight’s game on a roll. They’ll be looking to push their three-game win streak to four when they take on the surprising (and not in a good way) Nashville Predators (25-35-8, 58 points) later tonight.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 18

Bruins recall Fabian Lysell, Michael Callahan

The Bruins announced they’ve recalled 2021 first-round pick Fabian Lysell from AHL Providence. Depth defenseman Michael Callahan is joining him on the track up to Boston, both under emergency conditions, Conor Ryan of the Boston Globe reports.

Boston Bruins News / Breakaway on SI / March 17

Top Bruins Prospect Crushing The AHL

The Boston Bruins added a bonafide prospect to their depleted cupboard when they acquired Fraser Minten from the Toronto Maple Leafs. The deal sent Toronto top defender Brandon Carlo in return, but the Bruins added a player many view as a future top-six winger in the NHL.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / March 17

Minten's outstanding performance sparks regret over Leafs' trade

Fraser Minten's outstanding performance sparks major regret over Leafs' deadline trade with Bruins

The Leafs made Minten the 38th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, and he's played the bulk of his professional career in the minors with the WHL's Kamloops Blazers along with the AHL's Toronto Marlies.

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Boston Bruins News / Hockey Patrol / March 13

Fraser Minten Breaks Silence For the First Time Since Being Traded

Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Fraser Minten speaks out for the first time after being traded to the Boston Bruins at the NHL Trade Deadline. We don't often see trades between bitter divisional foes, but for the first time since 2011, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins did business together at the end of the NHL Trade Deadline.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / March 11

Maple Leafs Prospect's Stock Rises Following Fraser Minten's Departure

Thanks to the Toronto Maple Leafs trading away Fraser Minten, prospect Jacob Quillan now has a chance to elevate his career and has a chance to make the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / March 11

Prospect Scout Believes Maple Leafs Made a Critical Mistake at Trade Deadline

The Maple Leafs may have checked a few boxes at the NHL's trade deadline, but one scout believes they also made a very big mistake in trading Fraser Minten.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / March 11

Maple Leafs could see Borya Valis as a Nikita Grebenkin replacement

The Toronto Maple Leafs were active at the trade deadline and made upgrades to their roster at the expense of their prospect system. To fit in the likes of Brandon Carlo and Scott Laughton, the Leafs had to give up first-round picks in each deal and also found themselves parting with Fraser Minten and Nikita Grebenkin, respectively.

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / March 11

Leafs Prospect Roundup: Leafs cash out Minten and Grebenkin, Danford suspended

The Leafs went into the trade deadline with limited future assets to spend in an effort to upgrade their club, and following the acquisitions of Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo, the cupboards look even more bare.

Boston Bruins News / Maple Leafs Daily / March 11

Another Young Leafs Prospect Emerging as Future NHLer Amid Fraser Minten's Departure

The departure of Fraser Minten at the trade deadline has led to the emergence if another young Leafs prospect as a potential future NHLer. The Toronto Maple Leafs recently secured a hard-fought 4-3 shootout win against the Utah Hockey Club, almost watching a 3-0 lead slip away in the process.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 8

Report: Maple Leafs offered Cowan, Minten, two first-round picks for Rantanen

It appears the Toronto Maple Leafs came a lot closer to making the headlining move of the day than originally anticipated. If the Carolina Hurricanes’

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / March 5

Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving makes decision on Easton Cowan, Fraser Minten trade fate

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 12

Maple Leafs’ Fraser Minten could be possible trade candidate ahead of deadline

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Fraser Minten appears to have a long NHL career ahead of him, it just may not be wearing blue and white. With GM Brad Treliving

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / January 21

Maple Leafs Put Fraser Minten In Awkward Spot With His Locker Room Stall Placement

Maple Leafs rookie Fraser Minten returned to the lineup on Monday, but unfortunately for the young center, his locker room stall placement was an awkward one.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / January 16

Marlies Head Coach John Gruden Blown Away By Maple Leafs Prospect Fraser Minten

Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden ranted and raved about the tremendous play of rookie Fraser Minten just before his latest NHL recall, blown away by his play.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 13

Maple Leafs Pipeline Report: Grebenkin, Minten & Akhtyamov

The Toronto Marlies faced a mixed week to start 2025, securing one win but suffering two tough losses. Despite challenges with special teams and consistency, several players stood out positively and some negatively.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17

Leafs’ Minten Reassigned to AHL Toronto Marlies — But Not for Long

In a move that caught some by surprise, Fraser Minten has been reassigned to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. The demotion seems linked to the anticipated return of David Kämpf (lower body) to the Maple Leafs’ lineup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Minten’s Success May Lead to Maple Leafs Splashy Trade Deadline

Speculation is that the Toronto Maple Leafs are actively exploring options to strengthen their lineup, particularly at the center position. As they prepare

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Minten and Grebenkin Highlight Toronto’s Depth and Resilience

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ 3-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday was a standout moment for the team’s young talents Fraser Minten and Nikita Grebenkin.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 21

The Future for the Maple Leafs and Rising Star Fraser Minten

Fraser Minten’s return to the NHL was nothing short of spectacular. Making his first appearance of the season in Wednesday’s 3-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, Minten scored the game-winning goal for the Maple Leafs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Maple Leafs’ Fraser Minten Scores 1st Career Goal

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Fraser Minten scored his first NHL goal in his first game of the 2024-25 season on Wednesday night (Nov. 20). The 20-year-old buried a pass from William Nylander at 8:53 of the first period to open the scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 10

Fraser Minten awarded Toronto Marlies’ team belt in season debut

Fraser Minten looked ready to contribute at the NHL level during his season debut for the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. It also served as Minten’s AHL debut, after he spent the majority of the 2023-24 campaign in major junior.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Toronto Maple Leafs on SI / January 29, 2024

Maple Leafs Prospect Fraser Minten Nets Jaw-Dropping Overtime Winner for Saskatoon Blades in WHL Action

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Fraser Minten may not be known for his game-breaking skill, but he demonstrated that on Sunday. The Saskatoon Blakes forward called his own number and went coast-to-coast in the fourth period, beating Swift Current Broncos goaltender Reid Dyck for his second goal of the game an overtime winner in a 3-2 victory.