Boston Bruins 24-25 Roster/Cap thread IV

[The don godfather]

Yes, I suspect we have a problem brewing, hope we are both way off base.

Not worried it will get done but if there is a delay korpi is gonna be solid and will hold the fort until it gets done.

 

[wintersej]

Why would you swap Marchand and Zacha, I am not trying to be an a-hole but I do not believe Marchand is a 1st liner anymore, and his career should be on watch.

He isn’t and they will obviously have to experiment, but I do think he adds more than Zacha does offensively to try to take pressure off of Poitras to be the only driver on that line. Regardless, they are obviously a scoring 1W short.

 

[DominicT]

I think we will know which side is protecting their right to do so.
Negotiations for a new contract can still be done right up to the hearing if it gets that far.

I wouldn't be surprised if arb is filed. Prevents an offer sheet.

 

[Hookslide]

Not worried it will get done but if there is a delay korpi is gonna be solid and will hold the fort until it gets done.

Love your optimism, but shit like that does happen, would be the story of the year.

 

[Shaun]

this is the perfect summer holiday friday for a bruins news dump of swayman traded for a 2nd and korpisalo/bussi being the new goaltending tandem.

 

[KillerMillerTime]

I don't trust putting 2 inexperienced rookies together so I'd split Lysell and Poitras even though the latter looked really good thus far.

Zacha-Lindholm-Pasta
Marchand-Coyle-Lysell
Frederic-Poitras-Geekie
Jones-Kastelic-Beecher

Lindholm-McAvoy
Zadorov-Carlo
Lohrei-Peeke

63-51-33
11-39-Lysell
19-Kastelic-Brazz

 

[CellyHard]

Sweeney has publicly said his priority is to resign Swayman multiple times. He got rid of his former 1A goalie, has over 9 million in cap space

There are a ton of other really really good RFA's out there who haven't signed yet

I have almost zero worry on resigning Swayman

I get a little nervous when Sweeney goes to the podium on draft night and when FA kicks off but he gets his guys signed...it's a borderline fireable offense if he somehow screws this up

 

[pucksindeep92]

Forgive me if someone posted this, but I’d really like to see this bottom 9 get some looks if no lysell/merk…

Marchand- Poitras- Coyle
Freddy - Beecher - Geekie
Jones- Kastelic- Brazzers

Get to see what Beecher can do on a heavyyy, fast line that might create some chaos. Coyle helps protect any rookie woes with Poitras.

 

[CellyHard]

Forgive me if someone posted this, but I’d really like to see this bottom 9 get some looks if no lysell/merk…

Marchand- Poitras- Coyle
Freddy - Beecher - Geekie
Jones- Kastelic- Brazzers

Get to see what Beecher can do on a heavyyy, fast line that might create some chaos. Coyle helps protect any rookie woes with Poitras.

Wouldn't hate it but of all the 4th liners we have pencilled around I think Brazeau makes the best case to play on the 3rd line IMO. He has the best finishing ability out of the bunch.

 

[The don godfather]

this is the perfect summer holiday friday for a bruins news dump of swayman traded for a 2nd and korpisalo/bussi being the new goaltending tandem.

Nah unless your having scotch and eggs. I've had it horrible combination.

 

[PoisonEye]

Nah unless your having scotch and eggs. I've had it horrible combination.

This is not what they mean when they say scotch eggs

 

[Eddie Munson]

Forgive me if someone posted this, but I’d really like to see this bottom 9 get some looks if no lysell/merk…

Marchand- Poitras- Coyle
Freddy - Beecher - Geekie
Jones- Kastelic- Brazzers

Get to see what Beecher can do on a heavyyy, fast line that might create some chaos. Coyle helps protect any rookie woes with Poitras.

We've tried Coyle on the wing before and it was not a good fit.

 

[GordonHowe]

Thank you for your response.

As Nixon would say, "Let me say this about that."

In my post, I noted that lack of primary scoring, secondary scoring to one side, is a legitimate concern that must be addressed internally, via trade, or through free agency.

When placing pressure on Claude Julien to free up his system and to allow for more scoring years ago, Cam Neely said what you're saying: You can't win if you don't score.

Similarly, in the aftermath of their playoff loss to Florida, Sunny Jim observed that "You can't win every game 2-1."

True enough.

It's at least possible and even probable that the Bruins will find the goals that walked out the door July 1. Again, internally, through trade or free agency.

The situation is not ideal. It never is.

So, after nine years plus of dithering, Sweeney finally decided to build a team from the goal out, emphasizing size, reintroducing physicality -- yet maintaining a high level of skill. For three years and especially in this draft, the Bruins are drafting for size not just on defense, but elsewhere (Letourneau and others).

They are also bringing in players that will stand up for their teammates, toss their body and fists, agitate and annoy, and, quite simply, menace and intimidate.

Now, I love this style of hockey for several reasons.

One of the most important is that it throws opponents off balance; they're reluctant to go into the corners; perhaps they hurry their passes for fear of an oncoming hit; do they really want to tangle with Nikita Zadorov, Max Jones, Kastelic and Tufte? And eventually Jackson Edwards, Groenewald, Johansson, and other big men willing to step up and step in?

When you have them looking over their shoulder the entire game, that's a valuable psychological advantage.

Gordie Howe, Ted Lindsay and Brad Marchand would all say the same thing: When you play with a mean streak -- which is to say, play dirty -- opponents are wary and will give you two elements that make for successful hockey.

Time and space.

When you initiate rather than respond, you also hold a psychological advantage. It should be obvious to anyone who has watched the Bruins under Sweeney for nearly ten years that Boston almost never responded forcefully when physically challenged, never mind taking the first whack.

It's safe to say that going forward, clearing the crease should not be a chronic problem for the Bruins. It's also reasonable to suggest that they are moving markedly in the direction of a team built for the playoffs, rather than regular season success.

The decision has been made to construct the club from goal to D to center, and to do so with emphatic size and genuine team toughness.

Scoring may prove a significant problem this season, but I believe there are options, as mentioned above.

On the whole I am exceedingly pleased at the recent turn of events and find myself in the unique position of defending Don Sweeney's newly found priorities.

I have to go now. Radar confirms hell has frozen over.

Will Bruins’ decision to bolster defense over scoring help backfire?

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www.boston.com

The Jackson Edwards stuff is priceless,

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Bruins prospect Jackson Edward's aggressiveness and mean streak should make him an intriguing prospect to watch the next few years.

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[McGarnagle]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

 

[CDJ]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

It’s funny because by the end of Peeke’s deal we will be looking at it going “oh this guy basically makes minimum”

Ppl need to prepare to shift their salary expectations with the cap boom coming

 

[Zillah]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

It’ll always be Krug . No matter what the time of day , month or year . I still get cold shivers when see the number 47 .

 

[GahdenRinkRat]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

There’s always Tuukka

 

[PB37]

We've tried Coyle on the wing before and it was not a good fit.

I think this might be a board generated idea that came to life, basically repetition becoming reputation. Before this last season, Coyle's best year of his career came while playing primarily as a winger. I honestly don't remember him being bad on the wing as a Bruin in his limited time there and would love to see some numbers to back this up ( for or against ) if anyone has them.

 

[DominicT]

I wouldn't be surprised if arb is filed. Prevents an offer sheet.

Should clarify this.

A team has until 5pm tonight to submit an offer sheet and that would nullify team elected arbitration should the Bruins file.

If Swayman files, he can not sign an offer sheet.

 

[I am Bettman]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

Peeke is too big to be the whipping boy. I think it’ll be Mcavoy because the narrative had already begun last season that he is overpaid.

 

[Thirty Seven]

I just realized, if Gryz and Debrusk are gone, who are going to be the new designated HF Bruins board whipping boys?

Obviously Korpisalo, but other than that? I like Peeke but figure people have it out for him on his contract and what he cost. It's also feasible that Elias Lindholm doesn't produce to what people expect and we get a lot of "not a real #1C" narrative, though I hope we're patient.

My guess

Frederic, Carlo, Geekie

 

[Nothingbutglass]

Peeke is too big to be the whipping boy. I think it’ll be Mcavoy because the narrative had already begun last season that he is overpaid.

He also wasn't very good in the playoffs. Still better than Darnell Nurse for $9m

 

[DKH]

Thank you for your response.

As Nixon would say, "Let me say this about that."

In my post, I noted that lack of primary scoring, secondary scoring to one side, is a legitimate concern that must be addressed internally, via trade, or through free agency.

When placing pressure on Claude Julien to free up his system and to allow for more scoring years ago, Cam Neely said what you're saying: You can't win if you don't score.

Similarly, in the aftermath of their playoff loss to Florida, Sunny Jim observed that "You can't win every game 2-1."

True enough.

It's at least possible and even probable that the Bruins will find the goals that walked out the door July 1. Again, internally, through trade or free agency.

The situation is not ideal. It never is.

So, after nine years plus of dithering, Sweeney finally decided to build a team from the goal out, emphasizing size, reintroducing physicality -- yet maintaining a high level of skill. For three years and especially in this draft, the Bruins are drafting for size not just on defense, but elsewhere (Letourneau and others).

They are also bringing in players that will stand up for their teammates, toss their body and fists, agitate and annoy, and, quite simply, menace and intimidate.

Now, I love this style of hockey for several reasons.

One of the most important is that it throws opponents off balance; they're reluctant to go into the corners; perhaps they hurry their passes for fear of an oncoming hit; do they really want to tangle with Nikita Zadorov, Max Jones, Kastelic and Tufte? And eventually Jackson Edwards, Groenewald, Johansson, and other big men willing to step up and step in?

When you have them looking over their shoulder the entire game, that's a valuable psychological advantage.

Gordie Howe, Ted Lindsay and Brad Marchand would all say the same thing: When you play with a mean streak -- which is to say, play dirty -- opponents are wary and will give you two elements that make for successful hockey.

Time and space.

When you initiate rather than respond, you also hold a psychological advantage. It should be obvious to anyone who has watched the Bruins under Sweeney for nearly ten years that Boston almost never responded forcefully when physically challenged, never mind taking the first whack.

It's safe to say that going forward, clearing the crease should not be a chronic problem for the Bruins. It's also reasonable to suggest that they are moving markedly in the direction of a team built for the playoffs, rather than regular season success.

The decision has been made to construct the club from goal to D to center, and to do so with emphatic size and genuine team toughness.

Scoring may prove a significant problem this season, but I believe there are options, as mentioned above.

On the whole I am exceedingly pleased at the recent turn of events and find myself in the unique position of defending Don Sweeney's newly found priorities.

I have to go now. Radar confirms hell has frozen over.

Will Bruins’ decision to bolster defense over scoring help backfire?

Don Sweeney and the Bruins opted to bolster their D corps over adding a top-six winger this offseason. Was it the right move?

www.boston.com

The Jackson Edwards stuff is priceless,

Jackson Edward’s mean streak makes him an appealing Bruins prospect

Bruins prospect Jackson Edward's aggressiveness and mean streak should make him an intriguing prospect to watch the next few years.

www.boston.com

The energy here makes me want to get off the couch and attack my kitchen sink

 

[MillerTime29Bombs]

Next step for sway? He did not file. Do bruins have a time they need to file by? Or does this mean they are close and he will now sign?

Next step for sway? He did not file. Do bruins have a time they need to file by? Or does this mean they are close and he will now sign?

 

[Hookslide]

My guess

Frederic, Carlo, Geekie

Zacha, Coyle, Hampus L.