In a surprising twist, the 27-year-old winger not only shouldered the blame for his recent mistake but also made clear his strong sense of pride in donning the Boston Bruins jersey. These statements cast doubt on any concerns of DeBrusk's discontent, despite recent reports hinting at sluggish contract negotiations with the team. While General Manager Don Sweeney confirmed ongoing discussions, it appears that substantive bargaining remains on hold.
The delay in negotiations may be linked to the Bruins' desire to evaluate DeBrusk's performance in the absence of retired stalwarts David Krejci and Patrice Bergeron. Given DeBrusk's recent displays, both on and off the ice, he seems more than willing to demonstrate his value to the team. This sentiment is a far cry from his trade request nearly two years ago, as DeBrusk now unequivocally states his commitment to remaining a key part of the Bruins' roster.
