The Bruins are heading toward a rebuild for the first time in a decade after the NHL trade deadline, but there are some reasons for optimism.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Silence was the story of the Anaheim Ducks’ trade deadline day. That may be disappointing when you’re eager to see some action and were hoping they’d collect quality assets for players who don’t have futures with the club or, better yet, add another key piece or two to beef up for a playoff run.

BOSTON — The Bruins are likely to be at least partial sellers at Friday’s deadline as they face a difficult path to get into the playoffs. Five players have full no-movement clauses and five others have partial no-trade clauses.

How will those players impact their new teams? When will they play meaningful minutes at the NHL level? Here are scouting reports on eight big names.