Coyle (knee) is the favorite to serve as the Bruins' No. 2 center next season.

EDGE Analysis

Coyle, who recorded six goals and 16 points in 51 regular-season contests last season, is bouncing back from a knee procedure, but expects to be ready for training camp. With a physical issue that quite likely slowed him in 2020-21 having been addressed, the 29-year-old, who's under contract with Boston through 2025-26, has a big opportunity in front of him this coming season, namely filling the void created by the departure of the team's long-time No. 2 center, David Krejci. Assuming Coyle cements the role, he'd be in line to man the middle of a trio with Taylor Hall and Craig Smith, a context that would provide the skilled 6-foot-3, 213-pounder with a boost in his fantasy upside.