Player Discussion Jakub Zboril

[Saxon Eric]

If Zboril developed into a Top 4 defenseman, it would end that narrative.

He could win the Norris and it still wouldn't end

 

[Kegs]

Yeah - Zboril's got a HUGE crew of fanboys. You can tell because no one's posted in here in months.

We busy posting about him in the 2015 draft thread.

 

[AngryMilkcrates]

Not ready to eat the ton of crow yet. Waiting to see if he can keep up his level of play over time and get better as the season goes along.

If he is able to do that and solidify himself a spot on the team I will have enough crow to eat to get me through the summer...

 

[HustleB]

He could win the Norris and it still wouldn't end

But Barzal, Connor

 

[BruinDust]

Nice to hear Zboril played well. If he can achieve what I would think were his draft projections (3-4 D-man who can do a bit of everything) it will be a big benefit to this team.

 

[ODAAT]

But Barzal, Connor

If I recall, I was a bit vocal on my hopes for the B`s to snag Konecny , I had no issues with Zboril pick nor Debrusk, actually didn`t have a massive issue with Seny as I sometimes defer to people who have, I assume, watched a kid numerous times before making their pick but I went home that Christmas to Ottawa and the 67`s had a Friday night and Sunday matinee tilt and Konecny was the only player on the ice who I noticed each and every shift

 

[VanIsle]

Zboril as with d-men take a longer time to develop, and he was drafted where he was expected to be.

Put him up with McAvoy for a game or 2 and see what happens.

Lauzon for now doesn't belong there.

 

[ODAAT]

Nice to hear Zboril played well. If he can achieve what I would think were his draft projections (3-4 D-man who can do a bit of everything) it will be a big benefit to this team.

agreed and he`d hardly be the first D man who required time to show he`s ready, first rounder or otherwise

 

[Kegs]

But Barzal, Connor

I always wonder if the 23 other teams are pissed about the 2014 draft like bruins fans are about the 2015 draft. Pasta is probably the best or second best player in that draft. The only team that probably isn’t mad about missing his is probably Edmonton.

 

[Kegs]

Not ready to eat the ton of crow yet. Waiting to see if he can keep up his level of play over time and get better as the season goes along.

If he is able to do that and solidify himself a spot on the team I will have enough crow to eat to get me through the summer...

I’ll be eating crow all summer too if Ritchie plays like he did yesterday! We can eat crow together. All u can eat crow buffet

 

[ODAAT]

I always wonder if the 23 other teams are pissed about the 2014 draft like bruins fans are about the 2015 draft. Pasta is probably the best or second best player in that draft. The only team that probably isn’t mad about missing his is probably Edmonton.

oh I lurk on other boards but never post, trust me, the very things we discuss here, whether it`s draft picks, coaching, GM etc....are all discussed on other boards with fans often talking about the one`s that got away with their organization too

There isn`t one team in this league who hasn`t whiffed on draft picks, not one

 

[Kegs]

oh I lurk on other boards but never post, trust me, the very things we discuss here, whether it`s draft picks, coaching, GM etc....are all discussed on other boards with fans often talking about the one`s that got away with their organization too

There isn`t one team in this league who hasn`t whiffed on draft picks, not one

For sure they all miss picks. I think the drafts a bit of a crap shoot. The kids are too young to show their full potential still. Makes things interesting and makes tanking a waste of time.

 

[HustleB]

oh I lurk on other boards but never post, trust me, the very things we discuss here, whether it`s draft picks, coaching, GM etc....are all discussed on other boards with fans often talking about the one`s that got away with their organization too

There isn`t one team in this league who hasn`t whiffed on draft picks, not one

And that is exactly why it’s so exciting to watch it unfold. I don’t know how a fan lets the angst of the misses outweigh the joy of the game. With that said, in college I realized I was that fan and I came to a conclusion that it couldn’t be a bad day every time the local team lost. It just isn’t worth it. I took a step back and I guess I am more fanboy then hardcore fan at this point because of it.

 

[HackeyFanz]

Zboril looked very good last night. Massive difference from the last time he was up.

I really like that they gave him big minutes, no need to shelter him anymore against the big boys. Let’s give him an honest chance and see if he can make it.

The only question marks that I have are going to be if he can do the same thing against the better teams and if he benefited from having some previous game action overseas that gave him a leg up

 

[BlackFrancis]

I look at it like this, if the Bruins had traded for Noah Hanifin, as a legion of fans here have pined for them to do, and he played the same game Zboril did last night, those Hanifin fans would be crowing about it very loudly today.

 

[The don godfather]

We got a good one. Told you all and you know I was behind him 100 percent. Watch him grow.

 

[TCB]

We got a good one. Told you all and you know I was behind him 100 percent. Watch him grow.

Who aren't U behind 100 percent ???

 

[The don godfather]

Who aren't U behind 100 percent ???

Ok I say zboril will be a top pairing dman . Book it. There . Keep that for the records.

 

[Montecristo]

Let the record show ive always been high on zboril as a player despite my general skepticism about bruins prospects. He was the consensus best d left on the board in ‘15 and ive always liked his game. Dating back to world junior when czech got worked by canada and he was the only czech player who came to play

 

[BruinsNetwork]

Let the record show ive always been high on zboril as a player despite my general skepticism about bruins prospects. He was the consensus best d left on the board in ‘15 and ive always liked his game. Dating back to world junior when czech got worked by canada and he was the only czech player who came to play

I’ve always maintained that Zboril has the highest-end tools in the system outside of McAvoy. Can see it on display every shift when he’s skating and especially when he’s shooting. Say what you will about him and his attitude, but he’s always been a good guy to me in Providence and I’m happy to see him succeed if even for one game.

I think their long-term patience and handling of him in Providence is finally going to pay off though. Good for him and kudos to the staff for keeping him on the straightened arrow.

 

[Montecristo]

I’ve always maintained that Zboril has the highest-end tools in the system outside of McAvoy. Can see it on display every shift when he’s skating and especially when he’s shooting. Say what you will about him and his attitude, but he’s always been a good guy to me in Providence and I’m happy to see him succeed if even for one game.

I think their long-term patience and handling of him in Providence is finally going to pay off though. Good for him and kudos to the staff for keeping him on the straightened arrow.

Hasnt he been on providences top pair the last few years? Generally wondering. Ive been under the impression hes been an all situations/high ice time guy for them the last couple

 

[BruinsNetwork]

Hasnt he been on providences top pair the last few years? Generally wondering. Ive been under the impression hes been an all situations/high ice time guy for them the last couple

Leach doesn't really run traditional “top pair” structures, but yes, he was Providence’s go-to top-four option. Played PK, PP, ES and out there in OT. He’s played the left and right, just as effective on both sides. Though, I like him better on the left because he seems a bit better shooting, dumping and passing on the fly.

 

[Jean_Jacket41]

Problem with Zboril is that he was drafted in 2015 by a Cup contending team that reached final in 2011-2013-2019 and were very deep on D and win now mode.

Was he drafted by a team always missing the playoffs like the Habs, he would be a NHL veteran right now.

The opportunity is finally there and has all the skills.

Fast. Skilled. Physical.

 

[veganbruin]

I mentioned this in the post-game thread but he definitely seems like the prototypical modern Dman. He’s got good size, excellent mobility and has some good offensive skills. I would like to see him wire the puck as I was told he’s pretty good at that.

What is his ceiling would you say? I think with his mobility and willingness to shoot the puck he could QB the PP.

 

[Beesfan]

So how do we keep from losing Zboril in the expansion draft if he has a great season?

I can't imagine Sweeney not protecting Grizz. Think Seattle would take a 3rd to pick from the forward group, e.g. Bjork, Kase or Kuraly?