FREE JACK STUDNICKA

Jack Studnicka and his 15 lbs have been well documented this offseason in anticipation for Bruins training camp. The real question: would he push for a spot on the Bruins roster this season? As preseason closes, the short answer from me is yes. He deserves a spot. Long answer? Well, let’s get into it.

Studnicka’s Preseason

With four games played and a respectful four points in as many games, Jack has looked the part. Playing with a mix of rookies and veterans, he really hasn’t looked out of place at all. Even more so, he has really impressed working the half wall on the powerplay in the games he played. The added weight has shown as well. Jack looks a lot more comfortable with the physicality than he did last season, even laying a few hits of his own.

Where does Jack Studnicka slot in?

Jack has put in the work to hopefully earn himself a spot on the roster. The question now is where does he fit in this lineup if the Bruins are going to play him? For me, it’s the fourth line. However, coach Bruce Cassidy sort of squashed that in one of his recent interviews. Stating that they envision Studnicka in more of a top 9 role.

To me, Studnicka has certainly been more impressive than the likes of Trent Frederic and Chris Wagner this preseason. The identity of the Bruins fourth line has been MIA since the 2019 Cup run. With the departure of Noel Acciari, the Bruins fourth line has struggled to find any consistency. Normally a fourth line is tough to play against. I think Jack Studnicka fits that mold in a different view. Brad Marchand started on the fourth line his rookie season. Anders Bjork also bounced between the third and fourth-lines last season. All while not really fitting that grinder fourth liner mold. It’s certainly not unheard of.

Play the Stud

Studnicka brings more skill, speed, and versatility to the lineup. Versatility specifically is something that Sweeney was very keen on acquiring this past offseason. Finding guys who can play various positions and in various situations. Let the kid play. He has earned it, and you’re a better team with him in the lineup.

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