Boston Bruins: Jake DeBrusk will have a bounce-back 2020-21 season
Boston Bruins’ left wing Jake DeBrusk is determined to have a bounce-back season in 2020-21 after a lackluster 2019-20.
Two days ago, Nov. 23, the Boston Bruins finally were able to get a deal done with restricted free agent (RFA) left wing Jake DeBrusk. This deal is just a two-year bridge deal with a $3.675 average annual value (AAV).
This contract is beneficial for both sides as DeBrusk hasn’t shown that he’s worth a hefty price for long term yet but he still gets the pay raise he deserves and can show the B’s he’s worth more.
DeBrusk started his NHL career off strong with 43 points (16 goals, 27 assists) in 70 games in 2017-18.
In 2018-19, DeBrusk continued his success from his rookie season and then some having a breakout season. He set a career-high in goals with 27 and registered 42 points in 68 games.
However, in 2019-20, DeBrusk struggled to find the same success he had in his first two seasons. He managed just 35 points (19 goals, 16 assists) in 65 games.
How will Jake DeBrusk bounce back for the Boston Bruins in 2020-21?
After news of his new deal became official, DeBrusk proceeded to be interviewed.
In this interview, the 24-year-old left wing went over how his offseason has been — which included his training.
DeBrusk said that he’s been “focusing on my physical side of the game” and “I’ve put on some weight.”
This is a good thing for the young winger as the physical game he played in his rookie season has since seemed to slip away from him. After 70 hits in his first season, DeBrusk went down to 45 and then to 35 this season.
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Being physical is a big part of DeBrusk’s game, as many of his goals come from being able to establish a net-front presence and burying a rebound or deflecting a shot.
Additionally, DeBrusk acknowledged that he has been inconsistent throughout his career so far. Saying he’s been working on the “little details within my game” to address his “ups and downs.”
DeBrusk also stated that he’s “still working on speed.” In his case, this means “stay fast” and get “faster.”
If DeBrusk is able to reestablish the physical game he once had, while also becoming even faster and consistent night in and night out, he’ll be a force to be reckoned with in 2020-21.
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A stronger, faster, and consistent Jake DeBrusk could easily reach 30 goals and 50 points in a season.