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NHL writer slams door shut on Bruins trade rumors surrounding sought-after player

When the Boston Bruins dropped seven of their first 11 games of the 2025-26 season, rumors were beginning to swirl again about Pavel Zacha in trade rumors. Teams are looking for centers, led by the Vancouver Canucks, were linked to him.

After a six-game losing streak, the Bruins ripped off a seven-game winning streak that ended on Thursday night with a 5-3 loss to the Ottawa Senators. During the winning streak, the rumors around Zacha have quieted down, and expect them to stay that way.

While there was smoke around the rumors, Pierre LeBrun reported that Boston sees Zacha as a long-term fit with the Black and Gold.