Hockey insider Elliotte Friedman dropped a bomb, hinting that the Boston Bruins were on the brink of acquiring Elias Lindholm.

Referring to an undisclosed team pursuing Lindholm with the condition of a contract extension, Friedman strongly suggested it was the Bruins.

With Lindholm potentially hitting the market in the summer, Friedman predicts Boston's keen interest in securing the talented player.

@FriedgeHNIC, citing a report that an unnamed team was close w/ E. Lindholm but wanted him with a contract extension, said he believes that team was Boston. (See: H. Lindholm)

Added that “(if) Lindholm hits the market this summer, I think the Bruins are going to be in there.”

The revelation adds intrigue to the Bruins' future moves, fueling speculation about Lindholm's potential impact on the team.