Player Discussion Jake DeBrusk VIII

[DKH]

He has one goal in what 9 games? ....Value for a trade going up?

If they can not sign him and trade him I naturally go to Edmonton

I want Dylan Holloway

His career has stalled and their are questions but if you hit here he will be loved

The other guy I like if RD Beau Akey- he’s a smaller skilled D but he’s a player. He is out for year in OHL but he will be a heck of an NHL player to me

Holloway or sign

 

[DKH]

I honestly think JDB needs a sports psychologist. He was moving last night and, as you say, when he's going he's impressive and ticks a lot of boxes.

However you never know when the switch is going to be on and when it's not. And I don't think it's lazy or bad habits either. I think there is constant noise in his head. His interview the other day just oozed it...

I agree - most of us could or have

I’m one of his biggest fans here but even I want more and more consistency

if he’s not signing at a contract in line as a middle 6 then I call up Edmonton

His age, style, and personality would fit well there

 

[Guelph Bruin]

sign and trade to Calgary or Edmonton ...kid needs to be close to home to reach his potential....seems pretty obvious to me...Calgary might be the best place as he might not enjoy the pressure of Edmonton

 

[BruinDust]

sign and trade to Calgary or Edmonton ...kid needs to be close to home to reach his potential....seems pretty obvious to me...Calgary might be the best place as he might not enjoy the pressure of Edmonton

Why do the Bruins care if Debrusk reaches his potential with another team or not?

Honestly if that is true (he'll only reach his potential playing hockey in the province of Alberta) I want him gone this afternoon. Who wants a player who will only reach his full potential playing in one specific place on Earth?

Edmonton doesn't want or need him anyways.

 

[Guelph Bruin]

Why do the Bruins care if Debrusk reaches his potential with another team or not?

Honestly if that is true (he'll only reach his potential playing hockey in the province of Alberta) I want him gone this afternoon. Who wants a player who will only reach his full potential playing in one specific place on Earth?

Edmonton doesn't want or need him anyways.

That's exactly why I don't want him anymore. IMO he's a sensitive creature that will do better closer to family...not what I'd call a professional/mercenary type who would thrive regardless of the situation. Nothing wrong with being a sensitive creature ..it is who he is

Edited to add he would likely only do a sign and trade to Alberta and Calgary is doing a fire sale ...seems like a good trade partner for him .... I could be completely wrong but that's how I see it and he does hold some leverage entering UFA

 

[Eddie Munson]

Loved his play last night. You can tell when his game is on because he uses speed to drive the play wide and challenge defensemen. Haven’t seen that from him in a bit.

But the fact that again, this is so noticeable, is because far too often we don’t get this from him. If we had the pieces around Debrusk he could compliment, I’d say sign him ASAP. As it stands, not only do we not have these pieces, but the money it takes to sign him hinder your ability to go get those pieces.

If you think this place is brutal and that the pressure is getting to Debrusk, imagine when he’s paid 6m+ and goes nearly 10 games without a point while being a -5.

 

[NeelyDan]

Loved his play last night. You can tell when his game is on because he uses speed to drive the play wide and challenge defensemen. Haven’t seen that from him in a bit.

But the fact that again, this is so noticeable, is because far too often we don’t get this from him. If we had the pieces around Debrusk he could compliment, I’d say sign him ASAP. As it stands, not only do we not have these pieces, but the money it takes to sign him hinder your ability to go get those pieces.

If you think this place is brutal and that the pressure is getting to Debrusk, imagine when he’s paid 6m+ and goes nearly 10 games without a point while being a -5.

I never thought about this - this kid will absolutely melt down under the pressure of a higher salary

 

[BigBadBruins7708]

games like that just prove that it's purely an effort issue with him. that's not someone you give $7m a year to

 

[BruinDust]

That's exactly why I don't want him anymore. IMO he's a sensitive creature that will do better closer to family...not what I'd call a professional/mercenary type who would thrive regardless of the situation. Nothing wrong with being a sensitive creature ..it is who he is

Edited to add he would likely only do a sign and trade to Alberta and Calgary is doing a fire sale ...seems like a good trade partner for him .... I could be completely wrong but that's how I see it and he does hold some leverage entering UFA

I could see him ending up in Calgary. They are doing the whole "rebuild on the fly" so I can see them interested in Debrusk both via trade and as a UFA.

With Edmonton's cap issues and with McDavid and Draisaitl needing new contracts very soon (and Bouchard) , it would blow me away to see them invest in another winger for 6-8 years at 6 million per or more. They look fine at the wing position now and moving forward.

 

[NeelyDan]

That Bouchard sure looks like a top tier defender as a side note

 

[Eddie Munson]

games like that just prove that it's purely an effort issue with him. that's not someone you give $7m a year to

I’ve always felt the issue is between the ears with him. Someone who has problems shutting out the noise around him and just playing hockey. Easier said than done but those players tend to do better in smaller markets.

 

[Alicat]

I’ve always felt the issue is between the ears with him. Someone who has problems shutting out the noise around him and just playing hockey. Easier said than done but those players tend to do better in smaller markets.

That has always been a concern with him. @Colt.45Orr has been vocal about it since he was drafted.

I'd love for him to be a reliable, consistent player but after 7 year+ in Boston, I think it is time to cut bait with him.

 

[BTO]

If you were a scout and watched that game especially the first period you saw a complete skillset intersecting with high hockey IQ

However, he is inconsistent and motivated turns the compete dial from idling to running fast (I’m visualizing my snow blower here)

He is what he is

if I’m the GM of Edmonton I tell/joke with Louie his dad to tell Jake he’s a UFA we are coming for him

Unfortunately I don’t like Edmonton roster past about 5 guys (don’t give me RNH, I’m not up for 4 years of a guaranteed HFB whipping boy) one thing I’m certain is RNH and Boston Bruins fans are a bad matchup

DeBrusk I’m still sitting on 6/40 he’s got chemistry with Pastrnak & Zacha but he needs to stop being George Harrison and bust out he’s certainly capable of

DeBrusk has the speed & brains to play with McDavid

He’s a maddening player - frustrating and to often is idling but I still sign him if he takes 6/40

I think he’s untradeable though if you want him long term when he’s got Edmonton out there

All thing must pass

 

[Roll 4 Lines]

All thing must pass

My Sweet Lord!

 

[BTO]

My Sweet Lord!

I meant that in both of senses of "all things must pass" (as George Harrison certainly "busted-out" with it). You can take your pick according to how you rate Jake.

 

[DKH]

All thing must pass

I was trying to get that in. - should have gone with Isn’t it a Pity

 

[goldnblack]

He went to the net and good things happened. Keep it up!

 

[JAD]

Isn't it a pity he can't play that way all the time

 

[Acie]

I was trying to get that in. - should have gone with Isn’t it a Pity

Or Wah Wah

 

[Mione134]

He went to the net and good things happened. Keep it up!

He's got get chemistry brewing with Zacha and Pasta. Hopefully this is the start of something good.

 

[Gee Wally]

I like the kid. But my gut tells me if the right situation comes up he’s gone.

 

[Ladyfan]

Isn't it a pity he can't play that way all the time

Something in the way he moves...makes me think his head isn't always in the game

 

[goldnblack]

Something in the way he moves...makes me think his head isn't always in the game

I would say he's without question the most mentally weak one on the roster.

He's also top 5% most physically gifted.

That makes him a frustrating player for sure. And we won't list who they passed over for him, HAHA

 

[Ladyfan]

I would say he's without question the most mentally weak one on the roster.

He's also top 5% most physically gifted.

That makes him a frustrating player for sure. And we won't list who they passed over for him, HAHA

I don't agree.

I do agree he is frustrating. It is too bad because sometimes he looks good. All players have slumps but....

 

[Mione134]

I think he is holding Pasta and Zacha down.

They've played a total of 4 games together on that line.

Stats say otherwise.

Zacha


Pasta