The Boston Bruins are reportedly keeping a close eye on the contract standoff between Marco Rossi and the Minnesota Wild. With negotiations stalling and trade whispers growing louder, the 23-year-old center may soon be available — and Boston could be a perfect fit.
Former Top-10 Pick Drawing Trade Buzz
Selected 9th overall in the 2020 NHL Draft, Rossi is coming off a strong season with 60 points and has shown glimpses of the high-end offensive game scouts once raved about. While not yet an elite top-line center, his speed, hockey IQ, and gritty offensive playstyle make him a serious asset.
For a Bruins team still searching for long-term answers down the middle, Rossi offers a compelling solution.
Boston’s Ideal Trade Opportunity
The Bruins have cap space, a top-10 draft pick, and a gaping need at center. If they can also land veteran Elias Lindholm in free agency, Rossi could slot in as a highly skilled second-line pivot — forming a formidable one-two punch.
With the free-agent market thin on top-end centers, Boston may have no choice but to pivot to trade options. As The Boston Globe’s Connor Ryan noted recently, the Bruins’ best bet this offseason lies on the trade front.
Contract Talks at a Standstill
According to Michael Russo of The Athletic, Rossi has already rejected two contract offers from the Wild and is reportedly seeking a seven-year deal worth $7 million annually. That price tag may be too rich for Minnesota, given their current salary cap constraints.
Though the Wild aren’t actively shopping Rossi, they are reportedly open to offers. That opens the door for a team like Boston to swoop in.
What Rossi Brings to Boston
While his playoff experience is limited and he’s a bit undersized, Rossi’s offensive toughness stands out. An impressive 18 of his 24 goals last season came from high-danger areas — a type of presence the Bruins clearly lacked during their second-round playoff exit.
His ability to score in tight areas could add a much-needed edge to Boston’s top-six forwards.
A Timeline That Matches Boston’s Core
Rossi’s age, ceiling, and NHL-readiness make him a smart fit for a Boston team navigating a post-Bergeron/Krejci era. Pairing him with franchise cornerstones like David Pastrnak and Charlie McAvoy could help extend the Bruins’ contention window for years.
Bruins Must Stay Alert
Minnesota may still sign Rossi long-term, but with talks hitting a wall, the time is now for the Bruins to strike — especially if they want a young, skilled center with legitimate top-six upside.
Opportunities like this don’t come around often.
POLL: Should the Bruins trade for Marco Rossi?
- 1 Yes – He fits perfectly and solves a major need
- Maybe – Only if the price is reasonable
- No – Not worth the long-term risk
- Wait – Let the Wild situation play out
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