The Bruins needed a great left-shot defense man

Bruins trade for Ducks defenseman Hampus Lindholm

As part of the deal, the Ducks will retain 50 percent of Lindholm’s salary

Lindholm, 28, was viewed as one of the top players on the trade market ahead of Monday’s deadline

He has 22 points in 61 games this season

Playing for a team under 500, he also has a plus / minus

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