In a significant move just ahead of the NHL trade deadline, the Boston Bruins have traded forwards Trent Frederic and Max Jones to the Edmonton Oilers. In return, the Bruins receive promising defenseman prospect Max Wanner, along with a second-round pick in 2025 and a fourth-round pick for 2026. This trade is bolstered by the New Jersey Devils retaining part of Frederic's salary while acquiring forward prospect Shane LaChance from the Oilers to facilitate the deal.

Frederic, who has had a challenging season with only 15 points in 57 games, is expected to add depth and toughness to the Oilers' bottom-six lineup. His versatility includes penalty-killing capabilities, which could be beneficial for an Oilers team looking for playoff success. Max Jones, mainly playing in the AHL this season, has shown potential with the Providence Bruins, contributing 21 points in 38 games, making him an interesting addition to the Oilers' future.