Overview
- The selection going to Boston will be the earlier of Anaheim’s two 2026 fourth-round picks, originally acquired from Detroit and Philadelphia.
- Boston recalled defenseman Billy Sweezey from AHL Providence on an emergency basis after Andrew Peeke’s lower-body exit, with coach Marco Sturm indicating Peeke is not expected to be out long term.
- Viel, 28, appeared in 10 games for the Bruins this season with zero points and 30 penalty minutes, and he is signed through this season at a $775,000 cap hit.
- Anaheim has not announced whether Viel will join the NHL roster or report to the AHL’s San Diego Gulls.
- The Ducks also placed Troy Terry on injured reserve retroactive to Jan. 6 and recalled forward Sam Colangelo from San Diego.