IF THE ARIZONA COYOTES ARE GOING TO MOVE JAKOB CHYCHRUN, DO THE BRUINS HAVE THE WEAPONS?

Hard to imagine that Arizona Coyotes General Manage Bill Armstrong would move a bona fide top pairing defenceman such as Jakob Chychrun. If you’re a Boston Bruins fan, dreaming a top-4 in a couple of years of Chychrun, Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo and Mason Lohrei has got to have you salivating more than any presentContinue reading “IF THE ARIZONA COYOTES ARE GOING TO MOVE JAKOB CHYCHRUN, DO THE BRUINS HAVE THE WEAPONS?”

WHAT’S JAKE DeBRUSK’S TIMETABLE NOW?

Everyone knows Jake DeBrusk and his camp have asked for a trade, but with all that is happening now with the Boston Bruins, when could we finally see a deal come to fruition? The Bruins have several players out due to COVID-19 protocol and would anyone be surprised to see more players added to theContinue reading “WHAT’S JAKE DeBRUSK’S TIMETABLE NOW?”

WEDNESDAY’S MAILBAG: DECEMBER 15 2021

So, this weekly mailbag is gaining in popularity. IF you ever want to send in a question, feel free to do so at any time. You can do so by emailing me at ohlwriters@gmail.com and I will answer your questions every Wednesday. Mike via email asks *Mike had a beautifully written, well thought letter withContinue reading “WEDNESDAY’S MAILBAG: DECEMBER 15 2021”

WEDNESDAYS MAILBAG DECEMBER 8

Colin Stead via Twitter asks Question – Do you think signing Ullmark to a hefty contract was a good idea if they bring Tuukka back for the stretch run? Answer – Yes, I do. I know that almost everyone reading here is sitting at home on their sofa reading and thinking the exact opposite. ButContinue reading “WEDNESDAYS MAILBAG DECEMBER 8”

THE JDB SAGA INCHES FORWARD

I’m sure you are all aware of the reports out there that suggest as many as twelve National Hockey League teams are interested in the services of disgruntled Bruins Left Wing Jake DeBrusk. As reported here last week, I believe I was the first to mention the St Louis Blues as being one of threeContinue reading “THE JDB SAGA INCHES FORWARD”

WEDNESDAY MAILBAG DECEMBER 1, 2021

It’s a small mailbag this week because there were multiple questions about the Brad Marchand suspension and even more regarding the Jake DeBrusk trade request. I’ll start with the Marchand suspension. I really have nothing to add. Was it suspension worthy? Yes, in my opinion it was. Were three games too many? I don’t know.Continue reading “WEDNESDAY MAILBAG DECEMBER 1, 2021”

THE JDB SAGA MAY SOON COME TO AN END

Unless you’ve been asleep for the last twenty-four hours, then you probably already know that disgruntled forward Jake DeBrusk has asked the Boston Bruins for a trade. The trade request was confirmed by both President Cam Neely and General Manager Don Sweeney. It’s unknown at this time whether the Bruins granted DeBrusk’s agent Rick ValetteContinue reading “THE JDB SAGA MAY SOON COME TO AN END”

WEDNESDAY MAILBAG NOVEMBER 10 2022

Randy via email asks: My question relates to the B’s defence. My concern is lack of physicality other than Charlie. Nice to see Brandon step up with some solid hits last game. Teams are not intimidated in our zone. Reilly and especially Grzelcyk really worry me. Not so much in regular season but come playoffContinue reading “WEDNESDAY MAILBAG NOVEMBER 10 2022”

JAKE DeBRUSK: SHAPE UP OR SHIP OUT

Yes, the title might be a little harsh. In reality, there are plenty of Bruins fans that would have shipped Jake DeBrusk out already for pennies on the dollar. If you believe in earlier rumors, the Bruins have already attempted to trade the 2015 first round pick. But General Manager Don Sweeney has denied thoseContinue reading “JAKE DeBRUSK: SHAPE UP OR SHIP OUT”

Are the Oilers Interested in Jake DeBrusk?

Boston Bruins winger Jake DeBrusk has seemingly had his name attached to Edmonton Oilers rumor mill for what seems like an eternity. Perhaps, since he’s a hometown boy it’s only natural his name keeps  getting mentioned? Or maybe it’s because his father Louie does Oilers broadcasts? Or maybe there truly is some interest? But howContinue reading “Are the Oilers Interested in Jake DeBrusk?”