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Not much progress between Bruins, Eriksson (so stay tuned)

Loui Eriksson, Dennis Seidenberg

Boston Bruins’ Loui Eriksson (21), of Sweden, and Dennis Seidenberg (44), of Germany, celebrate after Ericsson scored a goal against the Dallas Stars in the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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There are plenty of other trade deadline scenarios to follow,* yet the situation between Loui Eriksson and the Boston Bruins is especially captivating.

One obvious reason is that Eriksson ranks among the best players available and may just be the gem of the potential trade targets list as of today.

The other plays into the drama: it seems like this scenario features quite a few twists and turns. The drama may ratchet up a notch on Sunday, too.

TSN’s Darren Dreger painted a dire picture for Bruins fans hoping that Eriksson sticks around:

Saturday

Sunday

That’s not to say that every report indicates a lack of any progress:

If you’re hoping that Eriksson will spoil the surprise ... well, you’re out of luck.

Of course, sometimes the off-the-ice stuff feels like just as much of a game. With that in mind, there might just be some “momentum shifts” today, so keep your eyes peeled.

* - Two examples: Dan Hamhuis and the Canucks along with Brandon Pirri’s future in Florida ...