REPORT: Bruins Involved in Seven Player Deal

The Bruins have been working the phones the last couple of weeks looking to upgrade their roster. In a six player deal Monday, the Bruins settled on a deal with Phoenix GM Mike Jordan after several days of negotiations. Young forwards Jakub Voracek and Rostislav Olesz along with veteran goalie Chris Mason and the Bruins 1st round rookie pick were sent to the desert in return for star winger Zach Parise, forward Torrey Mitchell, solid defenseman Matt Carle and goalie Mathieu Garon along with Phoenix' 3rd round rookie pick.

The main obstacle of the deal was the 1st round pick the Bruins had to give up which could turn out to be a franchise player. But management is very high on new arrival #9 Zach Parise who should form a great one-two with team Captan Rick Nash. "We now feel we have two strong lines that can contribute on daily basis and not only have one line for other teams to shut down. Whenever you get the opportunity to acquire a star and model professional like Zach you got to take it, even if it means giving up a potential top five pick", said assistant general manager Bobby Orr.

Adding solid defenseman Matt Carle was also important for the club as he looks to be a top 4 d'man who can be very useful. He's got a solid allround game and will help the Bruins stabilize the back end. In the deal the Bruins also got Torrey Mitchell who should be a useful piece on a checking line with his speed and energy. And goalie Mathieu Garon will get a chance to earn a starting job which he's looking forward to - "It's really a great opportunity for me and something of a dream come true to play for an original six team. The black-and-gold will sure look good on me and I'm excited to get a fresh start with this proud organization", said Garon.




The Bruins are of course sad to see one of their top prospects Jakub Voracek depart and some feel they might have given up too soon on the talented Czech winger. But it all came down to one important thing and that was what the club was able to get in return. Parise is a proven goalscorer, leader and competitor that every team would love to have.

Chris Mason has done incredible things for the club, being part of three championships, but it was time for a change and he's got no hard feelings about it - "You know, I've had my best years playing for the Bruins and they've always treated me with great respect and it's just part of business. I owe them everything and want to thank them for all the memories and support", said Mason.

On a final note Bruins team Captain Rick Nash, talking to reporters at team practice Monday along with Alternate Captains Patrice Bergeron and Shane Doan, said "I think I speak for all players and fans when I say we feel really excited about getting a guy like Zach Parise to join our group and you can already see the inspiration this has given the guys. We're looking forward to our next game at home to the Islanders and we're all ready to go".