TooMuchMan
Registered User
Really see this trade as something akin to the Peverley/Wheeler deal during the spring of 2011. In both cases the Bruins gave up some significant upside (and definitely lose the trade in the long run) for a stabilizing piece they certainly needed. Donato will likely make Bruins' fans weep in the future (not-too-distant, from the looks of it) but Coyle stabilizes the 3rd line into something more dangerous for the opposition and more momentum-driving for the Boston club. More than a few times already Coyle's play specifically has been the catalyst for extended time on attack or penalties drawn. That might not equate to points in his column, but it's easy to see that line is a much more potent weapon than it was two weeks ago.
Donato's great for Minny. Really glad the kid took off running after the B's punted on his fit and upside. The Coyle trade still makes sense for a team with its eyes on the postseason this year.
Donato's great for Minny. Really glad the kid took off running after the B's punted on his fit and upside. The Coyle trade still makes sense for a team with its eyes on the postseason this year.