Watching Bjork last night was extremely fun even in the loss. If he keeps this up he will be pushed up the lineup. This is the depth throughout the lineup that brings out the best in players.
Former Bruins Anders Bjork III
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I think Bjork has been the only player in the lineup who’s consistently gotten better with each game he’s played this season.
Jean_Jacket41
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He was the best player in that crappy NJ game.
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Loved what I saw from him last game. He was pretty much the only forward that played well. He's close to making me eat my words questioning him before the season if they can start getting some goals with the chances he creates. The chance he set up for Kuraly should have been a goal.
I love that he's learning that he can beat guys inside with his skating and puck skills. You can see the progression. He would often opt for the perimeter or try to dish the puck in years past. He's taking the puck to dangerous areas much more frequently now.
I'm very intrigued by the Bjork - Studnicka - DeBrusk line for tomorrow (if they play lol). That's some serious speed and skill, it would be great to see some production. The Devils showed us what you can do with a few quick skill guys that can win races and move the puck around with pace. I'm hoping this line can show us something similar, especially against a depleted Flyers lineup.
I love that he's learning that he can beat guys inside with his skating and puck skills. You can see the progression. He would often opt for the perimeter or try to dish the puck in years past. He's taking the puck to dangerous areas much more frequently now.
I'm very intrigued by the Bjork - Studnicka - DeBrusk line for tomorrow (if they play lol). That's some serious speed and skill, it would be great to see some production. The Devils showed us what you can do with a few quick skill guys that can win races and move the puck around with pace. I'm hoping this line can show us something similar, especially against a depleted Flyers lineup.
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The problem with Bjork is simply his inability to finish.
He’s one of those guys who is typically pretty noticeable in a game, but he just lacks the ability to score at this level.
While I think he can be a valuable 9th-12th forward and penalty killer, I have no problem if they move him now as part of a package for a scorer or 3D, while some might still think he can develop into something more.
He’s one of those guys who is typically pretty noticeable in a game, but he just lacks the ability to score at this level.
While I think he can be a valuable 9th-12th forward and penalty killer, I have no problem if they move him now as part of a package for a scorer or 3D, while some might still think he can develop into something more.
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Why would any other gm trade bjork for a goal scorer? And why do the bruins need a 3D?
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1. I said in a package for a goal scorer.
He’s young and cost controlled and could be paired with a pick or prospect for a veteran winger who can score...i.e. Palmieri.
2. I don’t think I’m alone in thinking they need a well rounded defenseman who can defend and put some points on the board.
Kegs
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I think it’s one of the best young d in the league. And I think bjork looks really good.
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ya he definitely needs to start shooting and finishing more, I’ve been impressed with his improvement on the forecheck and possessing the puck this year though. If he gets traded it’s not a huge loss, but I think he can find a solid role as a 4th line winger.
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But he just can’t score.
And I agree that the defense has been good....but like you said it’s young.
My issue is that with one acquisition up front, the forward are cup-worthy.
I don’t think the defense is just yet.
I wouldn’t agree with that. Only 1 line can score 5on5, that’s gotta be one large acquisition to make it cup worthy IMO. Or Debrusk, Coyle, Krejci need to turn their games around.
I think Bjork is playing well in this roll he’s in but I don’t see him producing much more than that. Bottom 6 player, has motor, no finish.
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veganbruin
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Drives play more than any forward on this team outside of Bergy, Marchy, Pasta and Smith. I would say we should stay patient, but if Nash wants him included in a deal for any of (Ekholm, Arvidsson, Forsberg) I’ll drive him myself.
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At the trade deadline they can add a scorer on an expiring contract for some draft picks. Generally this is how it happens. I never find the rentals move the needle much tho. Minus adding peverly. Peverly was a huge addition for that cup run. Losing wheeler tho. Wheeler is a really complete player at this point. And peverly is done in the nhl. If they didn’t win the cup ppl would be livid about this trade.
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Bjork is in a way complete opposite of Spooner. You notice him out there, hustling, skating, jumping, flashes of outstanding ideas but little pts to show for...Spooner, seemed lazy, hesitate to go to the corners, looked like he was coasting but came out with 2 assists.
Ignore the fact that Spooner got pp time and so on...observation.
Ignore the fact that Spooner got pp time and so on...observation.
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I think he has looked like a different player this year and works hard like the way Nordy did. I just hope he finds his corners better and starts potting some more goals. We do have something here to keep long term.
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I get it.
No guarantees that whoever they bring in will move the needle, as you put it.
I just don’t see Bjork even being more than a third/fourth liner, so I don’t mind seeing him go.
I understand the hesitation though, because he shows flashes from time to time.
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Ya I wouldn’t cry if he was traded. But he has really learned to use his speed. 3rd and fourth lines with a lot of speed crush opposing teams in the playoffs. I do really think bjork is worth holding. See how he took control of the puck on the pk last game? He is smart and has some hands and speed. I don’t think he will score a lot of goals. But When he peaks I can see him scoring 10-15.
22Brad Park
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Bjork is turning a corner before our eyes.The pucks will start going in.Add in the variety of rolls he can play such as PK he becomes more valuable.Bruins need to hang on to this kid and and ride this out a bit longer.
ODAAT
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and give him a C other than Kuraly please
22Brad Park
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That was some setup he gave Kuraly last game.Beauty move to get past theD man.
ChuckSurette
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Thankfully - I missed the last game against the Rangers, but saw the video of Cassidy calling out Bjork etc...
By looking at the practice lines it looks like he might get Bjerked out of the lineup for today.
Did he screw up last game?
By looking at the practice lines it looks like he might get Bjerked out of the lineup for today.
Did he screw up last game?
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False Start
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2nd rangers goal. Rangers had the puck, 4 on the rush. Bjork was 3rd F on the forecheck and instead of defending the 4 on 3 he went for the puck and didn't win it.
Basically left them alot of space and then he Urho and Carlo decided to defend 2 rangers players leaving 2 more wide open.
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