The Boston Bruins’ approach to the trade deadline remains unclear with the team entering the 4 Nations Face-Off break sitting just one point outside of the postseason picture with a 27-24-6 record and tied for third in the Eastern Conference's wild-card race.

After losing back-to-back games before the 4 Nations Face-Off break, the Boston Bruins continue to worsen their playoff chances. They are sixth in the Atlantic Division and have played more games than teams they are trying to catch, like the Tampa Bay Lightning, Ottawa Senators, and Detroit Red Wings.

Brad Marchand is one of the greatest Bruins ever, but it may be time for the team to explore options at the 2025 trade deadline.

A breakdown of every Bruins' no-trade and no-movement clauses and the interest they might draw at the deadline.

The Boston Bruins have been buyers at nearly every trade deadline under general manager Don Sweeney, but this year, their approach remains uncertain. Boston, sitting sixth in the Atlantic Division with a 27-23-6 record and 60 points in 56 games, is one point behind the Detroit Red Wings for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot.

The Bruins allowed three unanswered goals to finish the game, including Tomas Hertl's game-winner with 1:10 left in the third period. This was the second game in a row where the Bruins gave up a lead in the third period and ended up with zero points.

The NHL trade deadline is a month away and the Boston Bruins must decide whether to be buyers or sellers. Going into Wednesday’s game against the New York Rangers, the Bruins sit just outside of a Wild Card playoff spot behind the Tampa Bay Lightning and the the Detroit Red Wings.