McGarnagle
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Player Discussion Mark Kastelic
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AngryMilkcrates
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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.
Smack Cousins or Bennett around next October and fans will forget how he got to Boston pretty quickly.
Over the volcano
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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.
LouJersey
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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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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.
Upgrade over Maroon if nothing else.
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.
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.
LouJersey
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he fights everyone. MacDermid, Jeanott, Jackeye, Lowry.
I mean more in terms of how he ranks, not his willingness. He's decidedly lower on the ladder than MacDermid and Jeannott, etc.
LouJersey
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56.3% at the dot in his career. PIM's were down last year but he can work on that. Good hands, put up a lot of points in the WHL. He fills their 4th and 5th highest needs perfectly, a physical 4th line forward and a 4th line faceoff man.
Bruins probably would have had to sign a similar player for 1.5 + as a UFA so at least that’s a positive.
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.
There was said to be interest in Beecher at the trade deadline. Perhaps other trades include his name.
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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?
mikelvl
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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.
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.
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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He will probably look like Rocket Richard compared to Maroon.
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Can't blame the kid for how he got here.
All we can do is hope he does well and fills a need.
All we can do is hope he does well and fills a need.
EverettMike
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Maurice Richard right now looks like Rocket Richard compared to Maroon.
