Top insider reports Jeremy Swayman is considering a trade request from the Boston Bruins

After Boston Bruins president Cam Neely made a somewhat ambiguous statement on September 30, rumors about goaltender Jeremy Swayman intensified. Neely told reporters,

But Lewis Gross, Swayman's agent, shot that notion down later that evening. In a statement, Gross expressed dissatisfaction with how the matter was handled while also denying that any such offer had ever been made. "We are deeply let down. It was unjust to Jeremy. We'll talk about our next steps in a few days," he stated, implying that Neely's remarks had caught the player's camp off guard.

Now, insider Elliotte Friedman suggest's that Swayman might be thinking about making a trade request, which only serves to fuel this open discussion. Following the release of these remarks, it appears that the player's relationship with the Bruins worsened even more. There is, however, a belief that both parties could step back and reevaluate, letting the dust settle before things get out of control.

Naturally, the Bruins would be in a difficult situation if he insisted on a trade, given that they had already lost their other star goaltender, Linus Ullmark, to the Ottawa Senators in the offseason.

Since Sweeney became general manager, the only similar trade request scenario the Bruins have faced is Jake DeBrusk's request to be traded during the 2021-2022 season. In the end, DeBrusk remained with the team and played well before signing a contract with the Vancouver Canucks this summer. The fact that these issues can be resolved serves as a lesson. It's interesting to wonder if the Bruins and Swayman can reach a compromise during their talks.

All eyes are on Jeremy Swayman and the Bruins for the time being. Whether they can simply put the past behind them and try to patch things up or if this rift will cause a major fracas for the club is up to them both.