Even though the trade was expected, removing a player instead of adding one sent a ripple through the Bruins room. It showed on the ice.

The defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers made their first big move ahead of the NHL trade deadline by acquiring hard-nosed forward Trent Frederic from the Boston Bruins

Boston announced that it had acquired Edmonton prospect Max Wanner, a second-round pick in this year’s draft, and a fourth-round selection in 2026. Frederic, who has become something of a fan favorite as a bottom-six grinder with a willingness to drop the gloves,