Huntingwhale, Steinberg and Loubardias have both suggested Freddie is here because of his relationship with Dougie.
Also from their first season here:
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The speculation is that among the issues Hamilton had with the Bruins was the fact he wanted them to acquire the rights to his brother, Freddie, and Boston either couldn’t or wouldn’t.
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http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/w...amilton-trade/
I'm not sure how much merit there is to the suggestion, but to say its an entirely CP created rumour isn't true.