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Bruins Claim Oliver Wahlstrom Off Waivers from Islanders
Oliver Wahlstrom was claimed by the Boston Bruins off of waivers from the New York Islanders on Saturday.
The Boston Bruins have claimed 24-year-old winger Oliver Wahlstrom off waivers from the New York Islanders, according to Elliotte Friedman. Wahlstrom, the 11th overall pick in the 2018 NHL Draft, brings potential as a right-shot winger—a position where the Bruins have been seeking depth.
The Bruins have claimed Oliver Wahlstrom off of waivers from the Islanders, per @FriedgeHNIC.
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) December 14, 2024
Wahlstrom was the 11th overall pick in the 2018 NHL Draft. pic.twitter.com/OZg7rzaoil
Wahlstrom has struggled to produce offensively this season, with limited scoring contributions during his time on the ice. Despite these challenges, the Bruins appear willing to take a chance on him, especially given his manageable $1 million cap hit and restricted free-agent status at the season’s end.
For Wahlstrom, this move may represent an opportunity to revitalize his game. Speaking recently, he expressed a desire to re-establish himself offensively, saying, “I want to bring my offensive game out. I know when I focus and play well, I can help this team.” THere was a time that he was viewed as someone who could score at the NHL level.
Will Wahlstrom Work with the Bruins?
While Wahlstrom’s recent form with the Islanders has been underwhelming, his potential to develop into a reliable scorer is still there, and the Bruins are betting on a fresh start to unlock his game. If Wahlstrom can regain his confidence and offensive instincts, this waiver claim could turn into a low-risk, high-reward acquisition for Boston.
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