Bruins land JJ Peterka in blockbuster trade, mortgage future picks for win-now push
Boston sends two first-rounders to Utah Mammoth for a proven 25-goal winger, betting Peterka’s scoring touch can push them over the playoff hump.
The Boston Bruins have swung a blockbuster deal, acquiring forward JJ Peterka from the Utah Mammoth in exchange for their 2026 first-round pick and Florida’s 2028 first-round selection. Peterka, 23, arrives after a breakout 2023–24 season in which he potted 25 goals and 47 points in 82 games, establishing himself as a reliable NHL scorer with a knack for timely production. The Mammoth, a mid-tier franchise in a crowded market, opted to cash in on a player who had outgrown their competitive window, turning Peterka’s expiring contract into a haul of future assets.
