Any team that is dressing #48 ( Gryz) in that D , For playoff hockey, dose not have the right mix
Boston Bruins 2023-24 Roster and Salary Cap Discussion VIII
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BlackFrancis
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Seems like the Bruins dumped the puck into the opponent's zone more this past October than they did the entirety of the 2023 season.
As you said, it's been a fundamental change in play style - something that really stood out against a quick defense like Winnipeg's last night.
Bruinfanatic
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It also a big part of playoff hockey ,and it’s good that Maybee they have finally figured that out.
This isn't the ideal thread to say so, but all credit to the coaching staff and roster for solid play of late.
They are receiving contributions from many, and not just on the score sheet.
Secondary scoring has improved significantly. Swayman appears to be up to the task of providing superlative goaltending through successive starts. They're closing out third periods.
Most importantly, the Bruins are finally defending well in all zones over several games. That's the first time I can say that this season with a straight face.
I have been highly critical of Sweeney and, especially, Montgomery. Criticism of both will surely continue, but each deserves sincere praise at present.
I don't expect Boston to win mistake-free hockey every night or over long stretches in a grinding 82 schedule. I expect peaks and valleys, and I don't particularly expect the B's to go anywhere in the playoffs.
It's a transitional year (which means, among other things, going with what you have and leaving the big-ticket business to the off-season). I would be thrilled with a couple of bangers, one on D, one up front.
In the event, if I bitch when unhappy with management or coaching, I can also recognize improving effort, habits and details in the micro, as well as better play system wide. That's a credit to the players, and a credit to Montgomery and his staff.
They are receiving contributions from many, and not just on the score sheet.
Secondary scoring has improved significantly. Swayman appears to be up to the task of providing superlative goaltending through successive starts. They're closing out third periods.
Most importantly, the Bruins are finally defending well in all zones over several games. That's the first time I can say that this season with a straight face.
I have been highly critical of Sweeney and, especially, Montgomery. Criticism of both will surely continue, but each deserves sincere praise at present.
I don't expect Boston to win mistake-free hockey every night or over long stretches in a grinding 82 schedule. I expect peaks and valleys, and I don't particularly expect the B's to go anywhere in the playoffs.
It's a transitional year (which means, among other things, going with what you have and leaving the big-ticket business to the off-season). I would be thrilled with a couple of bangers, one on D, one up front.
In the event, if I bitch when unhappy with management or coaching, I can also recognize improving effort, habits and details in the micro, as well as better play system wide. That's a credit to the players, and a credit to Montgomery and his staff.
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Grizz for Kunin, saves a million on cap for Bruins. Go get Seeler or another depth D making a million
If you get Kunin you reunite him with Trent on a line
There's been a lot of talk on the board about what a rugged banger he is, and that the B's should get him.
Why would the Predators trade him? I don't know what he makes but it can't be much. Nashville would like to keep him, I'm sure.
I'd go grab Middleton and Maroon. That makes us a little tougher to play against. Beecher and Poitras can battle for that 4C spot.....maybe even bump Lauko for Beecher so he can take faceoffs for Poitras.
Marchy-Coyle-Pasta
Freddy-Zacha-Debrusk
JVR-Geekie-Heinen
Lauko-Poitras-Maroon
Steen/Beecher
Lindholm-McAvoy
Middleton-Carlo (anyone who goes near Carlo, Middleton beats the tar out of)
Forbort-Shatty
Lohrei-Wortherspoon
Sway
Ullmark
Marchy-Coyle-Pasta
Freddy-Zacha-Debrusk
JVR-Geekie-Heinen
Lauko-Poitras-Maroon
Steen/Beecher
Lindholm-McAvoy
Middleton-Carlo (anyone who goes near Carlo, Middleton beats the tar out of)
Forbort-Shatty
Lohrei-Wortherspoon
Sway
Ullmark
UncleRico
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Idk I feel the complete opposite. Bruins got dominated on the boards by florida. Florida was also the much more physical team and wore the bruins down the later into games and later the series went.
They used to play together? I wouldn't mind him playing with Trent, they would have a lot of options to mix and match the bottom 6 if they grabbed Kunin.
Please for the love of God don't get Maroon. Get literally anyone else, he moves like he has cement in his skates and I just generally can't stand that guy
I believe they were linemates at Wisconsin iirc. Definitely teammates
I think there are some ways to fit him in, but that might mean giving up more assets for them to retain or take a contract...would depend on the price at that point.
I wouldn't mind a bottom 6 such as:
Heinen-Freddy-Kunin
Lauko-Beecher-Geekie
Could always swap LWs too.
EDIT: just realized I'm missing Poitras
now, for me, scouts are at damn near every game. What will interest me is if an Assist GM or Head of Player Personnel is in the stands.
MarchysNoseKnows
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Not to mention we play Ottawa tomorrow. Teams are known to scout an opponent before they play them.
quietbruinfan
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Great post. i too have noticed better balance and better habits the last say, five games. I hope they can do it often.
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Bruins reportedly in on one of top KHL scorers
https://985thesportshub.com/2024/01...f-khls-top-scorers-maxim-tsyplakov/?whiz=true
https://985thesportshub.com/2024/01...f-khls-top-scorers-maxim-tsyplakov/?whiz=true
Shaun
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disappointed it isn't bochenski
FrankerC
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Was going to say. Ryan Spooner is 6th in overall scoring in the KHL right now.
All these moves eventually will equate to too many cooks in the kitchen.
line 1 - ____ - Zacha - Pasta
line 2 - Marchand - Coyle - _____
line 3 - JVR - Geekie - Frederic
line 4 - Heinen - ____ - _____
Players to use to fill in blanks.... Debrusk, PAWTWAH, Lauko, Steen, Beecher, trade
I like Debrusk with Coyle and Marchand personally. I think line 1 benefits from a player that can also slot at C when needed, but can also score and set up Pasta.
line 1 - ____ - Zacha - Pasta
line 2 - Marchand - Coyle - _____
line 3 - JVR - Geekie - Frederic
line 4 - Heinen - ____ - _____
Players to use to fill in blanks.... Debrusk, PAWTWAH, Lauko, Steen, Beecher, trade
I like Debrusk with Coyle and Marchand personally. I think line 1 benefits from a player that can also slot at C when needed, but can also score and set up Pasta.
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Bruins have success with College free agents, but never seem to… well to be fair, I’m not sure they’re ever really in on some of these dynamic free agents from overseas. So maybe?
Expectation likely is that he goes to one of the usual suspects.
It’s cool that we’re at least part of the conversation to this point
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Not as the only piece coming back, but I‘ve always liked Foegele. Good size, plays both wings, decent hands.
Definitely an improvement over someone like Steen.
Even though I think there’s about a 2% chance they’re moving either goalie in season.
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