Bruins after dark

With multiple teams expressing interest, the Boston Bruins may be ready to move Pavel Zacha as part of their ongoing offseason reset.

Pavel Zacha might be the next player out of Boston, as trade chatter around the veteran forward is beginning to pick up again.

Calgary’s search for a center could lead to Zacha

The Flames are still looking for more stability up the middle. Pavel Zacha isn’t a flashy scorer, but he’s a reliable guy who’s handled tough assignments.

He can play both center and wing, kill penalties, and contribute on the power play. At $4.75 million through 2027, the contract makes sense for a team that isn’t rebuilding, but also isn’t ready to spend big.

There’s talk that the Bruins could be interested in Rasmus Andersson. It would take more than Zacha to get that deal done, but if Calgary sees Zacha as a fit, it’s not impossible something bigger is in the works.

Vancouver could use help at center after moving J.T. Miller

J.T. Miller’s departure left a noticeable hole in the Canucks’ top six. And if Pius Suter heads elsewhere in free agency, Vancouver could find themselves scrambling.

Zacha would be a stabilizing piece. He likely wouldn’t lead the team in scoring, but he’d take pressure off Elias Pettersson and offer help on both sides of the puck.

He’s also known as a coachable player who fits into different lineups, which matters in a market like Vancouver where expectations are high but the roster’s still evolving.

Minnesota might look Zacha’s way if Rossi is dealt

There’s been speculation that Marco Rossi could be traded this summer. If that happens, the Wild will need someone to fill that gap in the top six.

Zacha brings experience and versatility. He’d slot in well on a line with Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy, providing a steady presence without demanding the spotlight.

Minnesota has leaned on players like that before—guys who don’t dominate the scoresheet but do the little things right. Zacha’s a natural fit for that kind of system.

Zacha might be the next domino to fall in Boston

After moving longtime names like Brad Marchand, Brandon Carlo, Charlie Coyle, and Trent Frederic at the deadline, Boston showed the league they’re not afraid to make big changes.

Now, with Zacha’s name out there, the message is clear: they’re not done yet.

He’s 28, on a team-friendly deal, and one of the few forwards on the roster with strong two-way value. If the right offer comes in, there’s a real chance Boston pulls the trigger.

And based on how active this front office has been, it might not take long.