The Boston Bruins are acquiring winger Viktor Arvidsson from the Edmonton Oilers for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick.
Arvidsson, 32, had to waive the no-movement clause in his contract, which runs through next season, to facilitate the deal. The Bruins will take on his full $4 million salary.
Arvidsson was one of Edmonton's big splashes in free agency last year, but he did not pan out. He was a healthy scratch several times during the Oilers' run to a second straight Stanley Cup Final. Known as a productive scorer with a high motor throughout his 11-year career, he had just 15 goals in 67 games.