Jake DeBrusk W VAN Wed 1/9/19 10:45 AM
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DeBrusk saw the puck go off his chest and in for a goal during a 4-0 shutout of the Wild on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
While this goal may have been a stroke of luck, DeBrusk has been on his game since returning from a concussion on December 27 with four goals and an assist in six games. His current ratio of 14 goals to three assists on the season is concerning for his future production, but not surprising considering his line with David Krejci has yet to find a third member who can finish off goals.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Fri 1/4/19 9:16 AM
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DeBrusk scored two goals in Thursday's 6-4 win over the Flames.
EDGE Analysis
Since his return following a nine-game absence, DeBrusk has three goals and an assist in four games. With 16 points in 32 games, the 22-year-old is averaging a point every other game in 2018-19, and while his owners may be clamoring for more consistent production from the youngster, they could do a whole lot worse than DeBrusk.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Sat 12/29/18 11:43 PM
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DeBrusk scored his 11th goal of the season in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over Buffalo. It came on the power play.
EDGE Analysis
It's just his second game back after missing three weeks to a concussion. DeBrusk has a point in each of his two games since his return. But he continues to put more goals up than helpers (11 goals, three assists), so his Cy Young-type season continues.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Thu 12/27/18 11:57 AM
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DeBrusk (concussion) is slated to return to action Thursday night against New Jersey.
EDGE Analysis
DeBrusk is line to skate on the Bruins' second line in his return to action Thursday, along with Danton Heinen and David Krejci. The 22-year-old winger, who last suited up Dec. 6, checks back into the Boston lineup with 10 goals and 12 points in 28 games and he'll be counted on to help provide some needed secondary scoring behind the team's reunited top trio of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrnak.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Sun 12/23/18 4:20 PM
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DeBrusk (concussion) will not suit up for Sunday's tilt in Carolina, Matt Porter of The Boston Globe reports.
EDGE Analysis
DeBrusk has now missed nine straight games with his injury, last playing on Dec. 6 against the Lightning. He does appear to be on his way to returning, as a return on Thursday against the Devils has not yet been ruled out.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Fri 12/21/18 1:19 PM
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DeBrusk (concussion) won't play Saturday against the Predators.
EDGE Analysis
DeBrusk was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, so he's clearly making progress in his recovery, but he'll have to wait for Sunday's clash with Carolina for his next opportunity to return to the lineup. The 22-year-old winger will likely take on a top-six role once he's deemed fit to play.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Thu 12/20/18 11:58 AM
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DeBrusk (concussion) participated in practice Wednesday, Eric Russo of the Bruins' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
DeBrusk sported a non-contact jersey Wednesday and isn't yet ready for game action, but his return is on the horizon. With Patrice Bergeron (ribs) also close to playing, but Bruins are about to get a major boost up front, with both players ticketed for top-six duty once they return to the lineup.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Mon 12/17/18 7:08 PM
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DeBrusk (concussion) will not be available for Monday's tilt in Montreal, Joe McDonald of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
This will be the sixth consecutive game that the 22-year-old has missed with his concussion. DeBrusk has 10 goals and 12 points in 28 games this year and Boston is definitely missing the secondary scoring while he's out of the lineup.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Sun 12/16/18 4:43 PM
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DeBrusk (concussion) will not suit up for Sunday's contest against the Sabres, Fluto Shinzawa of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
DeBrusk is dealing with a concussion that will now hold him out for the fifth straight game. His next chance to play will be in Montreal on Monday, but that doesn't seem likely at this point.
Jake DeBrusk W VAN Thu 12/13/18 12:22 PM
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Coach Bruce Cassidy confirmed Thursday that DeBrusk is in the NHL's concussion protocol.
EDGE Analysis
On the plus side, Cassidy relayed that DeBrusk is "feeling better, going in right direction," but it seems safe to rule out the young winger for Friday's game against the Penguins, at a minimum.