Bruins Near Five First-Round Picks After Marchand Trade

The Boston Bruins are close to securing a first-round draft pick from their trade of captain Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers. The pick, originally a conditional 2027 second-rounder, upgrades to a first-rounder if Florida advances past the second round and Marchand plays in at least 50% of their playoff games, conditions now met as Florida reached the Eastern Conference Finals and Marchand appeared in all 12 playoff games so far. The pick is top-10 protected in 2027, meaning if Florida's pick falls in the top 10, the Bruins will receive an unprotected first-round pick in 2028 instead. Marchand has been a key contributor for the Panthers, tallying 12 points in 12 games and maintaining an undefeated 5-0 record in Game 7 matchups against Toronto. If the pick conveys in 2027, the Bruins will have five first-round selections over the next three NHL drafts, adding to their existing assets from previous trades. The Panthers’ upcoming Game 1 in the conference final will likely confirm the Bruins' acquisition of the first-round pick.