Yahoo Sports Bruins Have Fascinating Trade Target From Canadiens
The Boston Bruins currently sport a 20-15-4 record and are third in the Atlantic Division. After a brutal start to the season, they have gotten things back on track, and the expectation is that they will be buyers this season because of it.
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When looking at potential trade targets around the NHL, the Montreal Canadiens offer a very interesting one in forward Jake Evans.
Evans, 28, is enjoying a career year with the Habs this season. In 37 games, the 6-foot center has 10 goals and 23 points. With numbers like these, the Toronto, Ontario native could be a strong addition to the Bruins' bottom six and overall center depth.
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When looking at the Bruins' lineup right now, Evans could slot in nicely as their third-line center if acquired. However, he could also provide the Bruins' fourth line with a bit more offense. In addition, due to his solid defensive play, he would give Boston another option for their power play.
Evans is a pending unrestricted free agent on a Habs team that currently does not hold a playoff spot. Thus, he may become available if this remains true near the deadline, and the Bruins should make a major push for him if he does. Boston and Montreal trades are rare, but Evans could be an excellent fit for the Bruins.
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