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The National said:
I think rightfully so for the most part, they don’t have many high-end prospects that push systems up the rankings. The guys potentially making the team would be slotting in to depth spots, other than maybe Poitras who was a big surprise by most as he was ranked 3rd at the highest on most rankings.

But if the prospects work for the Bruins and go on to have impactful careers the rankings don’t mean much.
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When the Bruins suck they will have a top 5 Farm again

When you are good GM want to keep being good because if you are good you make a lot of Mikey and avoid being fired which can turn your life and family upside down

So draft picks are going to be used for trades to stay on top like we saw with picks moved for Nash, Bertuzzi, Orlov, Hall, Lindholm, Coyle, Johansson etc

When you do pick if your good it’s late and Bruins since 2007 have most points and overall worst draft spot

The good news is there is a hard cap and only 6 spots in a top 6 so you can’t horde

The LAK sucked basically for 7-8 years and have occupied as high as one on Draft ratings - yet from 2016-19 where players are coming off ELC they waived several last week and the crap assed Bruins in retrospect outdrafted them 2916-19

So it’s nice to be top 7 those four years for LA and Boston bottom of the barrel but somehow even after Boston traded 10 picks many high to stay on top they still got a better yield

Bruins fans basically don’t know this - they know 2015 draft they took Senyshyn over Barzal (who’s a nice perimeter player who would be called Betty Barzal by now by Bruins Fans)
 
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Why do we need to compare him to players. He is himself. Light on the weight but good vision and skills. He’ll get his nine games and then we’ll see how his stamina is. I don’t think they have anyone better to center a line. He might stay due to this.
 
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Gordon Lightfoot said:
Oh I see, that makes more sense!
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mjhfb said:
Not sure how someone can justify whether he stays or not being size related. There are several stars in the league shorter and lighter, let alone "regular" NHL players.
He should be judged if he consistently performs at a level that demonstrates he belongs. Period.
We shall see more tonight.
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He keeps his head on a swivel well enough I don't think he will put himself in the
position Kase did.

Their first 9 games they play 2 playoff teams, so if he struggles early you send him to the OHL.
 
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KillerMillerTime said:
People need to give the 37,46 and 10 comparisons a rest. If he can give you the impact of a 15 lb lighter Bo Horvat, be happy that's what you get for a 2nd round pick.
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Well, Bergeron’s roommate when he was this age sure sees it, but what would Raycroft know right?
 
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As for Poiteas - we all love comparisons except for the guys on Twitter who call you a loser for making them (I’m sure like my kids these ‘winners’ are still on mommy and dads phone plan)

So to me using my vast knowledge of Bruins players I’ll give my Matt Poitras comp

He has a lot of Marc Savard offensive qualities
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I can easily agree as it crossed my mind as well, but it seems Poitras defensive intention, if not execution is already better than a young Savard's. Great comp.
Poitras doesn't stay off his feet very long and has that knack for getting right back into a play.
 
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Mad-Marcus said:
I can easily agree as it crossed my mind as well, but it seems Poitras defensive intention, if not execution is already better than a young Savard's. Great comp.
Poitras doesn't stay off his feet very long and has that knack for getting right back into a play.
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I was actually going to mention the defense but figured I was already over top on him so thanks

Savy could float a bit but we got him as a star

I had Knight & Spooner in minimum Bruins HOF so I’m glad to read Marchand and that loser (Twitter hardos so descriptive) Raycroft say glowing things

Bruins hit on him and Lohrei they are hanging around top 1-10 overall for years
 
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The only similarity to Bergeron is that he came into camp and has earned every opportunity because he's getting better every game he's played. He's grabbed all of their attention and earned a shot to play at least for 9 games. That is the only comparison that should be made.

Ty Anderson said if people want to compare him to a player then it should be Marc Savard.

I really like the kid but unless you are talking about the similarities in how they performed in training camp, he should not be compared to Bergeron.
 
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What's interesting with this kid is what happens if he develops a shooter's mentality. That could really be something.

It's amazing in 1995 he'd never make the NHL. Kind of cool that the new NHL has space for these talents. I like it.
 
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Alicat said:
The only similarity to Bergeron is that he came into camp and has earned every opportunity because he's getting better every game he's played. He's grabbed all of their attention and earned a shot to play at least for 9 games. That is the only comparison that should be made.

Ty Anderson said if people want to compare him to a player then it should be Marc Savard.

I really like the kid but unless you are talking about the similarities in how they performed in training camp, he should not be compared to Bergeron.
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I think that's the comparison Razor was making
 
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Alicat said:
The only similarity to Bergeron is that he came into camp and has earned every opportunity because he's getting better every game he's played. He's grabbed all of their attention and earned a shot to play at least for 9 games. That is the only comparison that should be made.

Ty Anderson said if people want to compare him to a player then it should be Marc Savard.

I really like the kid but unless you are talking about the similarities in how they performed in training camp, he should not be compared to Bergeron.
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Bergeron was younger and was an elite body checker who played wing

Comparing Bergeron to Poitras is valid if you are discussing compete, smarts, or shooting right for example but style they are different .

Savard is where I landed and Ty as well
 
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DKH said:
Bergeron was younger and was an elite body checker who played wing

Comparing Bergeron to Poitras is valid if you are discussing compete, smarts, or shooting right for example but style they are different .

Savard is where I landed and Ty as well
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As a pure stylistic comparison, I'm seeing Datsyuk and Oates. Smallish center that is a quick but not lightning fast skater, strong on faceoffs, great hands, high hockey IQ, willing to battle in all three zones. I think you're right that the power/size element makes the Bergeron comparison hard, although there some similarities in their games.

This is all pretty pie in the sky until he plays his first NHL game however.
 
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Beesfan said:
As a pure stylistic comparison, I'm seeing Datsyuk and Oates. Smallish center that is a quick but not lightning fast skater, strong on faceoffs, great hands, high hockey IQ, willing to battle in all three zones. I think you're right that the power/size element makes the Bergeron comparison hard, although there some similarities in their games.

This is all pretty pie in the sky until he plays his first NHL game however.
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Oates is very good as well

Datsyuk all timer

We are talking styles and characteristics

Funny Poitras picked Point and Cirelli

The Cirelli choice is what I like because he’s a dawg, all areas of ice, wherever it takes guy

Anyone can pick Point but Cirelli as a model is pretty ballsy

It’s like Poiteas is saying ‘yeh Geenie…I wish for Brayden Point skills but oh yah, can you add some of Cirelli grit and edge, junk yard dog as well’

That’s kind of Marchandish which is why I want them together

Ludwig Fell Down said:
A subtle moment last night. He was being interviewed by Panger in between periods and when the interview was over, Poitras started to walk away. Then he turned around and shook Panger's hand and said thanks. Kid seems like a class act.
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Yes and Pang not expecting reacted with a big smile and no doubt rooting for his success
 
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I’ll wait on the comparisons but I’m certainly excited. He’s earned his 9 games (with a few big paychecks) for sure.

Even if he’s sent back down, lots to be excited about. Hope he can keep the confidence going. We’ll see how Monty and his staff can do developing some young forwards, besides a few (big) hits in DeBrusk and Pasta it hasn’t been a strength of ours for quite some time.
 
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Alicat said:
The only similarity to Bergeron is that he came into camp and has earned every opportunity because he's getting better every game he's played. He's grabbed all of their attention and earned a shot to play at least for 9 games. That is the only comparison that should be made.

Ty Anderson said if people want to compare him to a player then it should be Marc Savard.

I really like the kid but unless you are talking about the similarities in how they performed in training camp, he should not be compared to Bergeron.
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Both right-handed shooting centers who were drafted in the 2nd round and make the team right out of junior.

Bergeron wasn't a great defensive player right away, but defensively responsible, as Poitras is. Both are French.

Seems like there reasons for them to be comprable.
 
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Happy to see a young guy take advantage of an opportunity. Always tempting to make comparisons and I try not to, but when I see 80 assists in juniors and him dropping behind the back dimes from the half wall, I think of one of my favorite players in Savard.
Excited to see this young kid compete, but obviously temper expectations despite how desperate we need top 6 Cs. Yall THIRSTY
 
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