I look at it like the B’s have a defensive core that allows them the luxury of adding Zadorov strictly to hit the shit out of people, stand up for teammates, be big, and play the system. Everything else is just a bonus and there is even a chance that he has developed into a larger role. Having Mac, Lindholm, and Carlo doing most of the heavy lifting will benefit him as well. And this is the first time this core 3 guys will have a 4th that is a prime nhl defenseman and will bring something they don’t for a full season.
I have friends & my brother in law who have these work rooms in their house that have everything. No matter what you need they have it - and if they don’t they hit Home Depot and they likely have an extra going forward or left over
The Bruins defense healthy looks like that
The plan of Bruins seems
1. Have a high end big skilled/phydical D & elite goalie
2. Have a top line that’s one of best
3. Have a big bottom 6 that is going to go after you and put pressure on you
Bruins have been Uber fortunate to replace their missteps
Pastrnak replaces Seguin 2 years after
McAvoy replaces Hamilton 2 years after
Swayman shows up as Rask near end
If Poitras could somehow be close or at Robert Thomas who they major F’d up not taking they are all set
The formula is a winner
Gotta get the D & G and then cherry pick the bottom 6 with attackers with some skill
Keenan Blackhawks were all about this - like flying monkeys coming at you
Bigger and faster with hockey skills if lacking hands and wiggle - but get the F after you