Eastside's Hockey Elite Collide

To Boston:
Simon Despres
Max Pacioretty

To Buffalo:
Boston 3rd round pick 2028

Looking to make a playoff push and this will help with current injuries and some veteran leadership when we make the cup run.
Buffalo preferred the later year for the draft pick.

Accept.

Cons are
Despres (60)
Pacioretty (82)

Simple move, turning expiring contracts into some potential value. 2028 gives me lots of time to either flip it or ensure the pipeline stays strong when the kids get their big deals.

Thanks for the deal Alex. Good luck with your playoff push.