Former Bruins Jake DeBrusk - gone to Nucks

[Absurdity]

Hey guys, can we get an honest scouting report on what Vancouver is getting?

Most importantly, I’m wondering how physical he plays, I heard he’s inconsistent, what’s the reasoning, thanks

He hasn't really had any physicality in his game since Kadri gave him a concussion in the playoffs.

Vancouver will get the most out of him if he's on a line with fast skaters, and if Vancouver's system is north-south. He can play both PP and PK. He isn't afraid to go to the dirty areas on the ice. The big knock on DeBrusk like mentioned is his inconsistent scoring.

 

[MarchysNoseKnows]

Yeah some fans the other day were overrating Lauko big time here

 

[UncleRico]

Yeah some fans the other day were overrating Lauko big time here

Wanting a 4th for Lauko isnt overrating him.

Especially when the capitals gave up a 2nd for a similar player and the bruins gave up a 3rd for a defender who was a healthy scratch for the vast majority of last year.

 

[Alicat]

Have fun in Vancouver. You think Boston's bad, Vancouver will be a nightmare is he doesn't give a consistent effort every game.

 

[Alicat]

Hey guys, can we get an honest scouting report on what Vancouver is getting?

Most importantly, I’m wondering how physical he plays, I heard he’s inconsistent, what’s the reasoning, thanks

He's not allergic to the corners like Phil Kessel but he does not like to take the body. If he's inconsistent then you aren't going to like him.

 

[BigGoalBrad]

I think this years playoffs was probably the high water mark for him. I would have preferred to not take on Korpisalo and give him the same deal but oh well. Still room for a trade.

Glad the Canucks saved us from Heinen and we might end up very thankful to not be part of this deal and have moved on.

 

[BiteThisBurrows]

Canucks really high on ex-Bruins. Good luck to them. Jake wanted to be back in Canada, that much is obvious.
In the end, we got more from them than they got from us to say the least.

 

[NDiesel]

Wanting a 4th for Lauko isnt overrating him.

Especially when the capitals gave up a 2nd for a similar player and the bruins gave up a 3rd for a defender who was a healthy scratch for the vast majority of last year.

Sure sounds exactly like overvaluing our guy and undervaluing others around the league.

 

[UncleRico]

Sure sounds exactly like overvaluing our guy and undervaluing others around the league.

Whatever you say. That 4th rounded will most likely never touch the NHL. So idk how Lauko is only with 12 slots and AHL depth.

Never mind it was only to move 12 slots up. Not even its own pick

 

[NDiesel]

Whatever you say. That 4th rounded will most likely never touch the NHL. So idk how Lauko is only with 12 slots and AHL depth.

Because he's a JAG lol

 

[DKH]

Congrats Jake

You will no longer have to hear about Michael Felger talk about you in a negative light getting Cassidy fired and other shit

You made the right decision

 

[Aussie Bruin]

Would have been comfortable if the Bruins gave Jake the deal he eventually signed, but either the team or the player ceased to be interested in him staying around, so that's the way it goes. Such a polarising player who brought out irrational responses at both extremes of the fanbase, largely through no fault of his own.

Good luck to him in Vancouver, I think he will suit that roster and their style of play, and he gets to play on what should continue to be a contending team in a place he will enjoy. Going to be interesting to see how he pans out there.

 

[NDiesel]

Would have been comfortable if the Bruins gave Jake the deal he eventually signed, but either the team or the player ceased to be interested in him staying around, so that's the way it goes. Such a polarising player who brought out irrational responses at both extremes of the fanbase, largely through no fault of his own.

Good luck to him in Vancouver, I think he will suit that roster and their style of play, and he gets to play on what should continue to be a contending team in a place he will enjoy. Going to be interesting to see how he pans out there.

I like the number but that 7 year term with Jake scares me.

 

[UncleRico]

Because he's a JAG lol

Jags still have worth. Capitals got a 2nd for beck malenstyn. As long as beck maleystun is getting a 2nd, Lauko should get you more than 12 spots in the 4th and AHL depth

 

[NDiesel]

Jags still have worth. Capitals got a 2nd for beck malenstyn. As long as beck maleystun is getting a 2nd, Lauko should get you more than 12 spots in the 4th and AHL depth

All good my man, just mighty ironic to see you complaining about overvaluing our guys and then bitching about Lauko. The fact you can't see it is even better.

 

[UncleRico]

All good my man, just mighty ironic to see you complaining about overvaluing our guys and then bitching about Lauko. The fact you can't see it is even better.

Ya I’m definitely the one not seeing it here. Just like I didn’t see the Debrusk thing for the past two years when specifically you (and others) were saying Debrusk was worth a lot more.

 

[22Brad Park]

Good luck Jake & thanks for the memories vs Leafs

 

[Mione134]

I like the number but that 7 year term with Jake scares me.

That's where I'm at.

The number was fine. Not 7 or 8 like some thought he wasn't budging on.

The term is where I can see the impasse. 7 years is a long time. I can only assume Sweeney would do 5? And there was the impass? Either way. It's unfortunate. But I wish him well.

 

[UncleRico]

At least we never have to hear how Debrusk is a 30+ or 35+ goal scorer who is worth $7.5m anymore. Good lord.

 

[Kate08]

That's where I'm at.

The number was fine. Not 7 or 8 like some thought he wasn't budging on.

The term is where I can see the impasse. 7 years is a long time. I can only assume Sweeney would do 5? And there was the impass? Either way. It's unfortunate. But I wish him well.

There’s also a chance that he wanted 7 or 8 to stay here, and was willing to take less for a fresh start.

 

[NDiesel]

Ya I’m definitely the one not seeing it here. Just like I didn’t see the Debrusk thing for the past two years when specifically you (and others) were saying Debrusk was worth a lot more.

Yep difference being I can admit I was wrong, that said his value for sure dropped after this season.

 

[Alicat]

At least we never have to hear how Debrusk is a 30+ or 35+ goal scorer who is worth $7.5m anymore. Good lord.

Nah I'm sure we will see various statistical updates in the out of town thread and opining that we should have signed him.

 

[UncleRico]

Yep difference being I can admit I was wrong, that said his value for sure dropped after this season.

as long as beck malenstyn is getting 2nd round picks, it’s impossible that I can be overrating Lauko being worth a 4th round pick.

 

[Mione134]

There’s also a chance that he wanted 7 or 8 to stay here, and was willing to take less for a fresh start.

Totally possible! And at that point, if true, I get why Sweeney didn't want to pursue any further. These long contracts are...a lot.

Wish him well though. This team will miss him. Going to be a very interesting year for the new look Bruins. Can't wait to see what happens!

 

[UncleRico]

Nah I'm sure we will see various statistical updates in the out of town thread and opining that we should have signed him.

That’s very true lol