Hockey Trade Rumors

DARREN DREGER

Boston Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli says that over the past couple of days, teams have inquired about his interest in trading the second overall pick in this month’s NHL draft.

Chiarelli also says he talked to Oilers general manager Steve Tambellini on Wednesday about the potential of flipping picks. Chiarelli adds they will talk again soon.

Burke Listening Too

The Toronto Maple Leafs recently sent an email to NHL teams acknowledging defenceman is available.

The email outlined contract status and reminded general managers that no-trade clause will lift at the upcoming NHL Entry Draft and will return in August.

The email sparked interest, with as many as five teams currently inquiring about the Leafs asking price; two of the teams are said to be keenly interested.

Toronto is seeking either a first-round draft pick, or a young player capable of immediately stepping into the Maple Leafs’ lineup.

The Leafs would like to acquire a first-round pick to jump into this year’s draft mix, but Leafs management says such a move isn’t a priority.

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