Report: Hurricanes trade John-Michael Liles to Bruins

The Boston Bruins have taken a step toward shoring up their blue line, acquiring defenseman John-Michael Liles from the Carolina Hurricanes, according to multiple reports.

Believe the return on Liles to Boston is a third-round pick, a fifth-round pick and prospect Anthony Camara

- Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) February 29, 2016

Liles is in the final season of a four-year, $15.5-million contract signed with Toronto back in 2012. Traded to Carolina in early 2014, he recorded 10 goals and 36 assists in 156 games with the Hurricanes.

He is, however, a positive possession player who can move the puck and help on the power play.

The 35-year-old will challenge for a spot in Boston's defensive rotation as the Bruins look to secure a playoff spot down the stretch.

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