Two Boston Bruins rumors dominate the NHL chatter: Casey Mittelstadt could be headed out of Boston as teams weigh deadline moves, with Pavel Zacha also in the mix as the Bruins try to recoup prospects and picks. Mittelstadt’s $5.7M, two-year deal makes him a high-value deadline chip if Boston believes a bigger piece is coming. The narrative around Joonas Korpisalo persists, while goaltender Keith Kinkaid remains a flexible, aging option still seeking a contract. Fantasy managers should note the potential for rapid lineup shifts as deadline day approaches.

Keeps-or-cacks aside, the core fantasy takeaway is this: any Bruins roster shakeup could reallocate top-line winger minutes, power-play time, and goalie workload. If Mittelstadt lands elsewhere, a new top-six scenario or PP opportunities could emerge. If Zacha stays, his production cushions and line-mate dynamics may shift. Either way, deadline moves could redefine Bruin fantasy values for weeks after the trade clock begins to tick.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are bracing for a significant offseason with Mitch Marner likely departing, prompting discussions on how best to fill his substantial production void of 100 points. Former NHL defenseman Frankie Corrado advises against seeking a direct one-for-one replacement and instead advocates for a broader approach. He suggests reallocating Marner's $10.9 million salary towards multiple players who can enhance the team's depth and grit. Corrado names potential targets such as Brad Marchand, Andrew Mangiapane, and Tanner Jeannot, emphasizing the need for reliable, hardworking players to redefine the team's identity.

Marchand, freshly traded to the Florida Panthers, concluded the season with 51 points in 71 games and an impressive postseason performance. Mangiapane contributed 28 points in 81 games, and Jeannot, despite a recent productivity dip, showcased significant goal-scoring potential previously with 24 goals in a prior season. By spreading the salary across these players, the Leafs could build a more robust and versatile team, crucial for achieving success in the upcoming season.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are contemplating a potential trade for defenseman Ryan Graves, who has not met expectations during his tenure in Pittsburgh. Graves, with a cap hit of $4.5 million, spent significant time as a healthy scratch and averaged less ice time compared to previous seasons. Given his contract's longevity, any trade may require the Penguins to include additional assets or retain salary.

Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins' goaltender Joonas Korpisalo is pushing for more starts, signaling a willingness to be traded if he cannot secure a starting role. The Bruins faced inquiries about Korpisalo during the trade deadline, reflecting interest from other teams.

In a dominant performance, the Boston Bruins secured a 2-0 victory over the Ottawa Senators, thanks to Joonas Korpisalo's stellar 29-save shutout against his former team. David Pastrnak provided a key assist for Morgan Geekie's opening goal early in the second period, before sealing the victory with an empty-net goal. Korpisalo's shutout marked his third of the season and seventh overall, following his trade from Ottawa, where he was dealt for the former Vezina Trophy winner Linus Ullmark. Goalie Anton Forsberg made 24 saves for the Senators, who faced their second consecutive shutout and fifth in their last eleven games.

The Bruins improved their home record significantly with this win, achieving nine victories out of their last eleven games at TD Garden. This game contrasts sharply with their previous night’s blowout loss against New Jersey, as Boston tightened up defensively, notably during a critical moment when the Senators failed to capitalize on a two-man advantage during the third period.

The Boston Bruins secured a 2-0 victory over the Ottawa Senators, thanks in part to Joonas Korpisalo's stellar 29-save performance against his former team. Korpisalo achieved his third shutout of the season since joining the Bruins, after a trade that sent Vezina Trophy winner Linus Ullmark to Ottawa. David Pastrnak assisted Morgan Geekie's goal in the second period and sealed the win with an empty-netter in the final seconds.

The Senators struggled offensively, managing only 24 shots and being shut out for the second consecutive game. Anton Forsberg made 24 saves, but could not prevent the Bruins from dominating defensively, especially during a key penalty kill in the third period when they faced a two-man disadvantage for 32 seconds.