Jake is one of the most complete players on the team, a guy that shines in big games.
Need to find away to keep him or maybe they already have
Need to find away to keep him or maybe they already have
Player Discussion Jake DeBrusk VIII
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When it comes to Jake . I think the thing a lot of posters have been under estimating all year is his defensive play. The offense we all hope for from him has not been there for the most part this year. His compete level could have been better some nights for sure.
This year I do feel his defensive game has been his best ever.
This year I do feel his defensive game has been his best ever.
Why though, as we saw last year regular season means nothing.. I'll gladly take the guy who steps it up when it matters
When he's engaged and playing consistently, I agree but his lack of consistency needs to be addressed if he's going to remain in Boston. There is no reason why he can't play this way all season long.
goldenblack
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Problem is it sets a horrible example from a core player. Who else will follow that lead?
It's so un-Bruins. But specially on a team that needs top 6 wing production because we're not amazing down the middle.
Maybe he's just not that dude. 20-25 goals in the regular season but turns it up for the post season I'm ok with. I think if he sticks around, expectations need to be adjusted of what to expect from him. But if that's the case, his salary needs to also be adjusted for this and that inconsistency should cost him on his contract.
Dennis Bonvie
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If it was addressed I would have expected to see an improvement but alas, nada.
Well I hope everyone would follow his lead in stepping up come playoff time
If he brings it with consistency in the playoffs, then he can be typical "here I am, there I go" Jake for the regular season. He's had three solid games vs the Leafs. Let's see if he can keep it up. If so, he should be back and get paid. Not the silly money some were suggesting at one point, but like a top 6 player who is not a superstar, all-star, or line-driver.
Reilly Smith is very similar with inconsistency from year to year, similar PPG ( .60 to .57 ) and has had a few good playoff runs where he's stepped up. He signed a multi year deal in 2022 at the age of 31 worth 5 mill per year.
Given Jake's age, the cap going up, and his current contract, I think he's going to fall in the 5.5-6 range if he's looking for fair market value.
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dangermike
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still cant get over that defensive sequence from the first period with the stick lift in front of sway
CellyHard
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It's aggravating to see just how good Debrusk can play. When he is on like this, you look foolish to stand on the side of letting him walk. When he goes through one of those cold spells during the regular season, you would be foolish advocating for him on a long-term deal.
At the end of the day, I don't think the Bruins can jeopardize losing a talent like him. Looking at the offenses of all these other playoff teams and they're at best somewhere in the middle of the pack. You have a 35 year old Marchand and maybe Lysell as a top six talent that can break in a year or two....theres not much else in the system
At the end of the day, I don't think the Bruins can jeopardize losing a talent like him. Looking at the offenses of all these other playoff teams and they're at best somewhere in the middle of the pack. You have a 35 year old Marchand and maybe Lysell as a top six talent that can break in a year or two....theres not much else in the system
I mean if Jake Guentzel wants to come here and you need DeBrusk’s salary to do it, fine. But if you are gonna go grab a different 5 million dollar guy, rather the devil you know.
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