Bruins Acquire Montador from Ducks for Nokelainen

The Boston Bruins added some depth to their defense on Wednesday by acquiring defenseman Steve Montador from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for center Petteri Nokelainen. The Bruins were rumored seeking a depth defenseman for the playoffs and had been linked to Jordan Leopold and Derek Morris, but the asking prices must have been high. In 65 games this season, Montador has four goals and 16 assists for 20 points and 125 penalty minutes. Nokelainen, who is currently sidelined with an eye injury, has played in 33 games, scoring three assists. Montador gives the Bruins a very tough defenseman with some offensive skill. He will fit in nicely as a depth defenseman in Boston. Nokelainen gives the Ducks a decent young, third line center who should fit in nicely on the rebuilding team.