Player Discussion Pavel Zacha

[Bruinswillwin77]

As much as I clapped when he scored the game-tying goal, what impressed me most was his OT play starting from when he got the puck in the defensive corner and curled around on his backhand and put on whatever Jets he had left for the offensive zone entry.

 

[goldnblack]

it’s the real deal baby I was big on zacha in his draft year

i was also hopefully eriksson would turn it around which he did partially but not close to dallas level

Zacha was in central scounting's top 10 that year (8? 9?), I think we all more or less just said forget about it where we were picking. When Barzal and Konecny both dropped I was sure that was who we'd take lol.

 

[RussellmaniaKW]

it’s the real deal baby I was big on zacha in his draft year

i was also hopefully eriksson would turn it around which he did partially but not close to dallas level

incidentally I find that Zacha reminds me a lot of Loui (the good, healthy version) at times

 

[CDJ]

The rare athlete that actually improves after getting a big contract

He’s been much more assertive when it comes to shooting lately imo. That’s a great thing because his shot is maybe 2nd best on the team. Felt he overpassed a little at the beginning of the season as he was getting acclimated

 

[False Start]

The rare athlete that actually improves after getting a big contract

He’s been much more assertive when it comes to shooting lately imo. That’s a great thing because his shot is maybe 2nd best on the team. Felt he overpassed a little at the beginning of the season as he was getting acclimated

He'll be a good player for years to come. Glad Sweeney locked him up.

That shot is lethal like you said.

 

[Bruinswillwin77]

He did have 17 goals in 50 games in the 20-21 season for the Devs though in comparison to his 12 goals in 53 games so far this season with the Bruins. We'll see.
But yeah a ton more assists this year.

 

[GordonHowe]

Pavel Zacha is looking more and more like a steal for the Bruins

Since signing a four-year extension with the Bruins last month, Pavel Zacha is looking like a top-six stalwart for Boston in 2023 and beyond.

www.boston.com

 

[BradMarchandismydad]

The rare athlete that actually improves after getting a big contract

He’s been much more assertive when it comes to shooting lately imo. That’s a great thing because his shot is maybe 2nd best on the team. Felt he overpassed a little at the beginning of the season as he was getting acclimated

I just love his shot so much, so much force on it + it’s always hitting the post, just so satisfying

 

[goldnblack]

This man was obtained for....Haula

What a steal

 

[missingchicklet]

This man was obtained for....Haula

What a steal

And then signed for 4 additional years at $4.75M per. Double steal.

 

[BlackFrancis]

First three months: 3 goals

After Christmas: 12 goals

It's like they let him do his thing and find a comfort level, then had a yuletide intervention reminding him that he's a big fella that doesn't have to pick the corner from thirty feet every time and miss by two feet.

Just like the rest of this team, ridiculous.

 

[The don godfather]

Worth every penny. The guys solid and talented.

 

[Oates2Neely]

Zacha scoring pace updated:
22G 37A 59P

 

[NDiesel]

Zacha scoring pace updated:
22G 37A 59P

Amazing. I know Haula did just as well last year, but to get a younger guy who brings that, plus size, was a huge steal for us. Excited to see how he does in the playoffs.

 

[Dueling Banjos]

Decent on the pk too

Dangerous on the possible shorthanded breakaway

 

[goldnblack]

Ugh I want to use the quote function so bad on the people who hated his deal. But I wouldn't

About to pass Bergy in scoring on the team

 

[DKH]

Love him opposite Pastrnak

He’s sharp enough to realize the Artist that is Pasta creates both masterpieces and a shitload of turnovers - and always seems to have that in the bzck of mind

 

[Patdud]

Only thing better than the trade is that contract, Donnie with win after win this year

 

[Mione134]

That trip to Pearle Vision has been a game changer

 

[goldnblack]

Can one of you do that side by side advanced stat comp between Zacha and Haula this year? Very curious.

 

[PB37]

His stride is pretty powerful and his top end speed surprises me every time. He's really blossoming into a solid top 6 player.

 

[Dellstrom]

His shot is sneaky lethal. If he could work on his accuracy a bit he could be a 30 goal scorer easily. He’s a perfect fit on that line with Krejci making so much space and with all eyes on 88. He absolutely has the talent of a top 5 pick and everything seems to be coming together for him.

He’s looked great all year but his accuracy has absolutely improved since game 1. The player and his contract continues to age like fine wine.

 

[Mione134]

His shot is sneaky lethal. If he could work on his accuracy a bit he could be a 30 goal scorer easily. He’s a perfect fit on that line with Krejci making so much space and with all eyes on 88. He absolutely has the talent of a top 5 pick and everything seems to be coming together for him.

He’s looked great all year but his accuracy has absolutely improved since game 1. The player and his contract continues to age like fine wine.

Agreed on all points. That shot is insane. If he continues to work on it, especially during the off season? That snipe is going to work in our favor. I had no idea he even had that.

 

[Grasshopperking]

This guy has found another gear in his skating. I'm in love with this player

 

[DominicT]

The thing about Zacha is that he's always been this capable. I'm not sure what the issue was in NJ, but there was an issue.

In 2015-16 He played on a stacked Sarnia team with Jakob Chychrun, Travis Konecny, Jordan Kyrou among others. Zacha was dominant on the PP and a threat to score on the PK every time. The problem then, as it is now: He had/has a great shot but doesn't play selfish enough. He doesn't use it as often as he should.

I think the coaching staff will eventually get it out of him. I think he's got more to give.