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Player Discussion Mark Kastelic (signs extension Jan 3 | 3yrs, $1.57M/yr)

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I know no one likes the Ullmark trade return, but it is what it is, and I think this guy has the makings of a potential fan favorite here. He throws borderline hits and fights frequently. Has held his own against guys like Arber Xhekaj and Barclay Goodrow. He's got New England hockey lineage too - His dad was a Whaler in the 90s, and his maternal grandfather was a Bruin in the early 60s.

Strikes me as the kind of player who could be liked a lot in Boston as long as you don't expect too much on the offensive side.

Here he is pounding Tony DeAngelo's face in (which makes me love him already) - he also dropped them with Tom Wilson last year.


The Athletic did a profile on him and his background from youth hockey in Arizona to the pros last year:

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He is already behind the eightball simply because of how he was acquired. If he is a vanilla jag he will always be tied to the disappointing Ullmark deal. But if he comes out early defending his teammates he can go a long way in earning some love by the Bruins fandom.

Smack Cousins or Bennett around next October and fans will forget how he got to Boston pretty quickly.
 
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AngryMilkcrates said:
He is already behind the eightball simply because of how he was acquired. If he is a vanilla jag he will always be tied to the disappointing Ullmark deal. But if he comes out early defending his teammates he can go a long way in earning some love by the Bruins fandom.

Smack Cousins or Bennett around next October and fans will forget how he got to Boston pretty quickly.
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That says more about the horseshit element of "fandom" in this place. In the real world that won't be an issue.

Welcome aboard, grab an oar.
 
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AngryMilkcrates said:
He is already behind the eightball simply because of how he was acquired. If he is a vanilla jag he will always be tied to the disappointing Ullmark deal. But if he comes out early defending his teammates he can go a long way in earning some love by the Bruins fandom.

Smack Cousins or Bennett around next October and fans will forget how he got to Boston pretty quickly.
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Kastelic plays mean, he will be a fan favorite. He will defend guys for sure. His toughness will be somewhat contagious IMO. He is a very limited hockey player sadly, so could see him having trouble cracking the lineup at times.
 
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AngryMilkcrates said:
He is already behind the eightball simply because of how he was acquired. If he is a vanilla jag he will always be tied to the disappointing Ullmark deal. But if he comes out early defending his teammates he can go a long way in earning some love by the Bruins fandom.

Smack Cousins or Bennett around next October and fans will forget how he got to Boston pretty quickly.
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His tenure shouldn’t have a black cloud over it because Sweeney made a terrible trade. My biggest issue is that I’m not sure he’s good enough come playoff time to crack the lineup.

He fights even though he’s not too great at it but he gets his nose in there. So he has that going for him. Wish him the best.
 
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There's your guy to take on Austin Watson and Zac MacEwen - those types.

While it remains to be seen how things will play out, it seems highly likely that they plan to part ways with Maroon. Kastelic is younger, moves better, is a bit cheaper, and is probably less bound by rigidly following "the code," meaning he'll be less deferential about forcing the situation at times. He doesn't bring Maroon's experience and "presence" but it's hard to quantify what actual impact that made during his time in Boston.

So Kastelic checks a box in the lineup. He'll probably do a decent job for Boston. Most importantly, hopefully the 4th line gels into an effective unit.
 
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Beyonder said:
There's your guy to take on Austin Watson and Zac MacEwen - those types.

While it remains to be seen how things will play out, it seems highly likely that they plan to part ways with Maroon. Kastelic is younger, moves better, is a bit cheaper, and is probably less bound by rigidly following "the code," meaning he'll be less deferential about forcing the situation at times. He doesn't bring Maroon's experience and "presence" but it's hard to quantify what actual impact that made during his time in Boston.

So Kastelic checks a box in the lineup. He'll probably do a decent job for Boston. Most importantly, hopefully the 4th line gels into an effective unit.
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he fights everyone. MacDermid, Jeanott, Jackeye, Lowry.
 
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How do people see Kastelic and Beecher fitting together, or not? Different types of players but seemingly both slotted for 4th line roles. Maybe overlapping positions? Will Boston keep and use both?

There was said to be interest in Beecher at the trade deadline. Perhaps other trades include his name.
 
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he fights everyone. MacDermid, Jeanott, Jackeye, Lowry.
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What good is that come playoff time?

This year's playoffs had 4 fights. 3 in the 1st round. Pasta and Tkachuk in the 2nd. Zero fights in the conference finals or finals.

Even his physicality is overrated. His assertiveness is questionable at times and I've seen comments from Ottawa fans that he doesn't always finish his hits. This isn't some lunatic running around smashing everyone.

Unless he's about to become the new defensive center/face-off specialist than I don't see what purpose he serves. We know he can win face-offs, but does he have the defensive IQ for a significant role going up against the other teams best players in the defensive zone, or to be out there killing penalties?
 
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His grandfather played for Team Canada in the 72 Summit Series and was a long time BlackHawk pairing up with Bill White for years. His Dad, Ed, was an enforcer with the Whalers and Caps, who had a few run ins with Miller and Byers.
 
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Sens fan here,

He's very good at faceoffs and reliable in that aspect. He's also an absolute force when he decides to play physically, the frustrating problem for us is that he was inconsistent in that regard. I think a change to Bruins culture might help with that. If he keeps his game simple and focuses on playing physical, he'll be a fan favorite. He does hurt guys often when he decides to hit.
 
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McGarnagle said:
I know no one likes the Ullmark trade return, but it is what it is, and I think this guy has the makings of a potential fan favorite here. He throws borderline hits and fights frequently. Has held his own against guys like Arber Xhekaj and Barclay Goodrow. He's got New England hockey lineage too - His dad was a Whaler in the 90s, and his maternal grandfather was a Bruin in the early 60s.

Strikes me as the kind of player who could be liked a lot in Boston as long as you don't expect too much on the offensive side.

Here he is pounding Tony DeAngelo's face in (which makes me love him already) - he also dropped them with Tom Wilson last year.


The Athletic did a profile on him and his background from youth hockey in Arizona to the pros last year:

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Great sales presentation fighting Tony DeAngelo, good grief.
 
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