Breaking: Bruins Place Former First-Round Pick On Waivers
Alright, let's dive into the Boston Bruins' latest roster shake-up. It seems they've decided to hit the reset button on winger Oliver Wahlstrom, placing him on waivers.
Just a couple of months ago, in mid-December, Boston scooped him up from the Islanders, hoping for a spark. But, as it turns out, the spark just didn't ignite.
The #NHLBruins put 24 y/o F Oliver Wahlstrom on waivers.
— PuckPedia (@PuckPedia) February 27, 2025
He was claimed off waivers from #Isles. If NYI claim in and no other team puts an unsuccessful claim in, they can assign him to AHL.https://t.co/5IwbP9ZAZS
A disappointing chapter
Wahlstrom's time in Boston has been a bit of a rollercoaster, mostly downhill. He's been a frequent spectator from the bench, only getting into four of the last ten games.
In his 16 appearances, he managed a mere goal and an assist, and his shooting percentage? A measly 4.2%. Now, this is a guy who was a scoring sensation in his younger days, but those days seem long gone.
Across both the Bruins and Islanders, Wahlstrom only tallied four points in 34 games. And let's not forget the injury that derailed his promising 2022-23 season. He hasn't quite found his stride since, and the numbers don't lie.
Big changes on the horizon?
What's particularly interesting is that this move comes even with Trent Frederic sidelined. It suggests the Bruins are looking for a significant change.
With a previous change of scenery failing to revive his game, it's highly likely Wahlstrom will be heading to the AHL's Providence Bruins, marking his first stint in the minors in half a decade.
So, what's next for the Bruins? With an open roster spot looming, and potentially another if Frederic lands on injured reserve, all eyes are on what moves they'll make.
It's clear the Bruins are looking to shake things up, and Wahlstrom's waiver placement is just the beginning.
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