Johansson coming to Boston
— Joe McDonald (@JoeyMacHockey) February 25, 2019
As per @reporterchris, Marcus Johansson to Boston.#NHLTrade
— John Shannon (@JSportsnet) February 25, 2019
The 28-year-old has 12 goals and 15 assists this season so far with the Devils. The former Capitals and Devils player could slide in as a versatile winger, giving Bruce Cassidy more play with the lineup. We’ll update as we hear the pieces going back and any more analysis we can provide.
UPDATE:
.@TSNBobMcKenzie confirms Johansson deal. Bruins trade a 2019 second rounder and a 2020 fourth rounder to New Jersey in return.
— Bruins Daily (@BruinsDaily) February 25, 2019
Some quick hit thoughts from our staff:
Matt McGuirk: Not sure I see the fit here. Seems like a last minute panic trade once other targets were off the board.
Jake Reiser: Fits a need, and with NJ retaining half his salary, I don’t see too much of a downside as a rental.
Adam Denhard: Glad the B’s can add some secondary scoring without losing a roster player. The prospect tank is OK right now so some picks can be sacrificed.