2016 NHL Entry Draft: Boston Bruins Mock Draft 1.0

14. player. 70. <p>While most offensive-defenseman are classified as one-dimensional players who usually have serious defensive-deficiencies, Jake Bean seems to have all the makings of a complete-package defenseman who can excel in all aspects of the game. Bean might be more valuable on the power play than on the penalty kill early on in his career, but that doesn’t mean he won’t be able to earn the trust of Claude Julien by displaying consistent defensive abilities and awareness.</p> <p>The Bruins could certainly use a solid puck-moving defender like Bean who can box-out opponents and produce consistent offense from the back-end, and Jake Bean just might be the perfect player for them.</p> <blockquote><p><em>“A shifty and intelligent defenceman that plays with panache and poise. An excellent skater that is a good puck-carrier up the ice. Makes very good decisions with and without the puck, and plays strong positionally. Works hard and doesn’t give the opposition much to work with, but could stand to be a bit more assertive during high pressure situations. That being said, he is not a one dimensional player. He displays natural talent in the offensive end, but also plays a complete defensive game in his own end. He has a proactive stick and boxes the opposition out, limiting lanes. All-in-all, the type of all-around defenceman that you want to have on the ice as much as possible.” (<a href=. Defense. Calgary (WHL). Jake Bean