NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has reported that Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman and his agent may soon submit a formal trade request to the team. The situation escalated on Monday due to an ongoing contract dispute between the restricted free agent and the Bruins. Swayman’s agent, Lewis Gross, strongly denied the team’s most recent claims, adding further tension to the negotiations. The disagreement over contract figures has complicated talks, and as a result, the 25-year-old goaltender will not attend the Bruins’ camp until a deal is reached.
On his agency’s Instagram page, Jeremy Swayman’s representative releases a statement
“We will take a few days to discuss where we go from here.” pic.twitter.com/VRcL5pNngf
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) September 30, 2024
With Jeremy Swayman missing the start of training camp, the Bruins are set to begin their regular season on October 8 against the Florida Panthers, relying on backup goaltender Joonas Korpisalo. Head coach Jim Montgomery expressed confidence in Korpisalo, stating, “He’s fit in so far, so good. I think we can be confident in his abilities.” However, this offers little consolation for Swayman’s absence. Team president Cam Neely acknowledged during a recent news conference that while Swayman likely wants to remain in Boston, it’s “unfortunate” that the two sides have not reached a deal.
Swayman’s agent, Lewis Gross, remains firm in his stance, criticizing the Bruins for making contract details public and rejecting their portrayal of the negotiations. Rumors suggest Gross is aiming for a deal that could reshape the goalie market, placing Swayman among the highest-paid goaltenders, such as Tampa Bay’s Andrei Vasilevskiy. Meanwhile, Bruins general manager Don Sweeney has faced criticism for trading Linus Ullmark without securing Swayman, as the duo formed one of the top goaltending tandems in recent seasons.
According to @FriedgeHNIC #JeremySwayman is considering formally requesting a trade from the #NHLBruins pic.twitter.com/Vty7y3h0eR
— Hockey Patrol (@HockeyPatrol) October 1, 2024
The ongoing impasse has left Bruins fans anxiously waiting for a resolution. With NHL insider Elliotte Friedman now reporting rumors that Jeremy Swayman may formally request a trade, the situation could become even more complicated and dramatic. Such a request would place the Bruins in a difficult position, especially after trading Linus Ullmark to the Ottawa Senators. This scenario is reminiscent of the Jake DeBrusk trade request in 2021, which created tension within the team. For now, the focus remains on whether both sides can overcome their current standoff and reach an agreement.
In the coming weeks, the hockey world will be closely watching how this saga between Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins unfolds. If both sides remain level-headed, there’s hope they can find common ground and strike a deal. However, if tensions continue to rise, the standoff could have significant repercussions for both the player and the team. Many are hopeful that a resolution can be reached, allowing Swayman and the Bruins to get on the same page and focus on the upcoming season.
