I would like to see him paired with Charlie to see if there is still some good chemistry. I almost find it hard to imagine how good those two could be together now that they are both doing so successful in the NHL
Player Discussion Matt Grzelcyk
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I’d like to see Grizz with Carlo for an extended period of time and therefore reunite Krug with McQuaid.
The Krug and Carlo pairing has consistently failed and I feel as though Carlo needs a higher IQ defender to pair with - Grizz seems to be a higher IQ defenseman than Krug in his own zone (that’s not to take anything away from Krug, he’s showcased his smarts in his first few games with the Bruins after he signed out of NCAA, I just don’t think he and Carlo mesh well for whatever reason) and I think there is room there for a permanent pairing.
Reuniting Krug with McQuaid - which has consistently proven to be an effective pairing - also allows Krug’s best attributes shine through. I see this as a win-win.
Grizz is an absolute must-sign for Sweeney.
The Krug and Carlo pairing has consistently failed and I feel as though Carlo needs a higher IQ defender to pair with - Grizz seems to be a higher IQ defenseman than Krug in his own zone (that’s not to take anything away from Krug, he’s showcased his smarts in his first few games with the Bruins after he signed out of NCAA, I just don’t think he and Carlo mesh well for whatever reason) and I think there is room there for a permanent pairing.
Reuniting Krug with McQuaid - which has consistently proven to be an effective pairing - also allows Krug’s best attributes shine through. I see this as a win-win.
Grizz is an absolute must-sign for Sweeney.
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In his career, Krug has played over a 100 minutes with 9 different partners.
He is a minus player with one of them.
Adam McQuaid.
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Wow, would not expect that at all - I’ve always thought that they complemented each other well, but apparently I haven’t been paying close enough attention.
Alberta_OReilly_Fan
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If im his agent... i advise a 2 year deal. Only reason to lock in for 4 is if you dont believe you can be a top 4 guy
If he was willing to sign 4 years for under 8 mill its a steal for us
00BW
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Krug had 1 x $1.4m 2nd contract.
I could see Grzelcyk taking 2 x $1.5-$2.o as a similar show me contract. After that, he will want to get paid like Krug if his offense improves.
Then again, if he has an awesome playoffs, he could be making $3m+ per year next year.
I could see Grzelcyk taking 2 x $1.5-$2.o as a similar show me contract. After that, he will want to get paid like Krug if his offense improves.
Then again, if he has an awesome playoffs, he could be making $3m+ per year next year.
DKH
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In my list of favorite things I'm slotting him between coconut cake and paid holidays
No Chara
No Krug
No worries
Matt Grzelcyk has been unbelievable
You want to teach your kid to play defense? Take him or her to a Bruins game and tell them watch Grzelcyk
No Chara
No Krug
No worries
Matt Grzelcyk has been unbelievable
You want to teach your kid to play defense? Take him or her to a Bruins game and tell them watch Grzelcyk
I have been watching Grzelcyk very closely myself, and have marveled at his "Puck" game. You cant get the puck from him. He is so elusive, and plays such a smart defensive style. Kid has been a revelation. If his offensive game ever really develops, watch out.
Blowfish
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I love watching Grz! turning into one of my favourite players! He absolutely is one of the primary reasons the bruins continue to win through all the injuries.
Gator Mike
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So, so, so good with his stick defensively. DKH is right... you don't have to be 6-4 to play defense when you're as smart as Gryzelcyk.
ODAAT
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another in a long list of Bruins who "should" be in consideration of 7th award. More than exceeded any expectations I had for him
DKH
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I think in the wining goal he held his ground and batted the puck out of the air to keep it in
He's really good as it is but at 6 he would be high end first pair
You can win any game with he and Krug both in your lineup
June 2016 I was at Uninversal standing in lines waiting for rides reading thread and post after post how Boston has one of the worst D in hockey and 18 months later they are loaded
Get this kid locked up now. 5 years at 3mill
And then give Carlo 4 years at 3mill
With Carlo having one year left on his entry deal that would give us a real good young second pairing locked up for the next 5 years at an average of right around 5.5mill which would be amazing! I see Grz growing into a 30+ point dman as soon as next year.
And then give Carlo 4 years at 3mill
With Carlo having one year left on his entry deal that would give us a real good young second pairing locked up for the next 5 years at an average of right around 5.5mill which would be amazing! I see Grz growing into a 30+ point dman as soon as next year.
BruinsFanSince94
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Kid has played 40+ games and you want to give him 3 mil already? Is this Chiarelli? Even Carlo won’t get that.
I am very happily surprised how good this kid is. Not enough hype about him he looks special. Not sure there is anyone better than him on the team with both skating and passing in tight quarters under pressure, Maybe Charlie
BiGBear8
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all I'm going to say is wow Grz his skating is amazing,3rd period lastnite the way he came in with great speed and same motion he fired a shot,,,,,wild to see rip that shot...speed does kill love this kid..also..great in defence zone with great skating to get to the puck. and carrying it out. lets go bruinnsssssss
BruinDust
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I'd have no problem giving Gryz term in order to hopefully keep the AAV down. He's the real deal IMO.
Worst-case, he's a solid 3rd pair puck-moving D-man, and it's still a solid deal for the Bruins.
Best-case, he's more than that, and it becomes a bargain/steal for Boston.
What do the Bruins have in Matt Grzelcyk?
“Well, let’s take a look at takeaways and giveaways per hour. Surprisingly, he falls into the defensively sound quadrant here, as he averages more takeaways than giveaways per hour. Contrast that with Norris candidates such as Drew Doughty, who falls into the risky quadrant (more giveaways than takeaways), and Grzelcyk falls firmly into the upper echelon of NHL defensemen. He actually is better at taking the puck away from his opponents than Charlie McAvoy, Victor Hedman, PK Subban, Torey Krug, John Klingberg, and the aforementioned Doughty. Pretty good company.”
“Well, let’s take a look at takeaways and giveaways per hour. Surprisingly, he falls into the defensively sound quadrant here, as he averages more takeaways than giveaways per hour. Contrast that with Norris candidates such as Drew Doughty, who falls into the risky quadrant (more giveaways than takeaways), and Grzelcyk falls firmly into the upper echelon of NHL defensemen. He actually is better at taking the puck away from his opponents than Charlie McAvoy, Victor Hedman, PK Subban, Torey Krug, John Klingberg, and the aforementioned Doughty. Pretty good company.”
JRull86
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That's an insane overpay.
I like Grzelcyk a lot, but he's not a 6 million dollar defenseman. Not even close.
Rubber Biscuit
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I think he's suggesting $6M total over 4 years, rather than $6M per year
GloryDaze4877
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I love Grizz, but he usually plays against 3rd line players while the other D mentioned are top pair guys. It doesn’t surprise me that his GA/TA numbers are better than theirs.
I really liked the Grizz/Carlo pairing in the few times we have seen it.
When healthy:
Z-Mac
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