Wayne Simmonds
There hasn’t been a player linked to the Bruins more in the past few seasons than RW Wayne Simmonds. The former All-Star game MVP has always been seen by fans as a player that would perfectly fit the Bruins system.
Many times, Simmonds has been seen as the trade target at the deadline including this year especially as he was in a contract year. Now, Simmonds is available and will more than likely be cheaper than he would have been at the deadline. While a short term one year type deal could be in the works, Simmonds may take less money for an extra year or two.
The Power Forward is just one season removed from 24 goals, two seasons from 31. If the Bruins were still interested in bringing in a physical wing who was clearly not fit on the Predators a season ago, leading to his price overall dropping, Simmonds would be the way to go.
Offering Simmonds a two to three year deal with an annual salary of $3.5 million would not hurt the Bruins in any way, and could prove to be a beneficial move for the second or third line in the long run.
The Boston Bruins are going to have to take some shots in the dark this offseason due to their salary cap situation, Simmonds may be the exact shot in the arm they need.