Overview
- Anaheim will send Boston the earlier of its two 2026 fourth-round selections, originally acquired from Detroit and Philadelphia.
- Boston recalled defenseman Billy Sweezey from AHL Providence on an emergency basis after Andrew Peeke exited the previous game with a lower-body issue.
- Viel, 28, appeared in 10 games for Boston this season with zero points and 30 penalty minutes and is under contract through this season at a reported $775,000 cap hit.
- He spent 2024–25 with Providence, posting 13 goals, 37 points and 148 penalty minutes in 68 AHL games.
- With the deal, Boston now holds nine picks in the 2026 draft, while Anaheim has not yet indicated whether Viel will skate on its fourth line or report to AHL San Diego.