Bruins Acquire Marat Khusnutdinov in Deadline Deal

Boston GM Don Sweeney adds Russian forward to bolster playoff push

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Boston Bruins have acquired 22-year-old Russian forward Marat Khusnutdinov in a trade deadline deal, according to reports. Khusnutdinov, a former second-round draft pick, has spent the past two seasons playing in the KHL and is expected to provide depth scoring for the Bruins as they make a push for the playoffs.

Why it matters

The Bruins have struggled with injuries to key players this season, so adding a young, skilled forward like Khusnutdinov could provide a much-needed boost as they try to secure a postseason berth in the competitive Eastern Conference.

The details

Details of the trade are still emerging, but it's believed the Bruins sent a package of draft picks to acquire Khusnutdinov from his KHL team. The 6-foot, 185-pound forward has 12 goals and 18 assists in 47 games in the KHL this season and is known for his two-way play and offensive upside.

  • The NHL trade deadline is set for 3 p.m. ET on Friday, March 6, 2026.

The players

Marat Khusnutdinov

A 22-year-old Russian forward who was a second-round draft pick of the Minnesota Wild in 2020 and has spent the past two seasons playing in the KHL.

Don Sweeney

The general manager of the Boston Bruins, who is looking to add talent to his roster ahead of the NHL trade deadline.

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What they’re saying

“Marat is a talented young player who will bring energy and skill to our lineup. We're excited to add him to our team as we make a push for the playoffs.”

— Don Sweeney, General Manager, Boston Bruins (Union Leader)

What’s next

The Bruins will look to integrate Khusnutdinov into their lineup as quickly as possible, with their next game scheduled for Saturday, March 8 against the New York Rangers.

The takeaway

The Bruins' deadline deal for Marat Khusnutdinov demonstrates their commitment to improving their roster and making a deep playoff run, even as they continue to battle through injuries to key players.