Former Boston Bruins Defenseman Might Become Available Again

When defenseman Torey Krug left the Boston Bruins on October 9, 2020, many Bruins fans were upset by the team losing a core member who had helped the team to two Stanley Cup Final appearances. However, the salary cap hit at the time was a steep $6.5 million and the Bruins had offered Krug a contract previously but the former Michigan State star declined.

The debate was whether the 5-foot-9, 185-pound left-shot defenseman would still be effective seven years later when his new contract with the St. Louis Blues would expire. The loss of Krug was a tough one, but fast forward to the summer of 2024 and Bruins’ General Manager Don Sweeney seemed to make the right decision.

The Blues are now contemplating a buyout of Krug’s contract after two subpar seasons which saw Krug post a combined minus-56 and injury troubles. The undrafted free agent has a no-trade clause and three years remaining on his contract making him very difficult to trade. However, if the team buys Krug out and assumes the cost of the deal, then teams will certainly inquire about the services of a player who is a good power-play quarterback with postseason experience.