It’s no surprise that the Boston Bruins’ so-called top prospect is who it is.
During his time as General Manager of the Boston Bruins, Don Sweeney has been proactive at trade deadlines to enhance his team for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. To achieve this, he has traded away first-round draft picks and prospects, which has left the Bruins without a first-round pick on Draft Day.
This lack of first-round selections has reduced the number of prospects in the organization, resulting in one of the weakest prospect pools in the league. Although recent draft picks like Matthew Poitras, John Beecher, and Mason Lohrei have made notable contributions to the NHL, the question remains: who will be the Bruins’ top prospect for the 2024-25 season?
Fabian Lysell, chosen 21st overall in the first round of the 2021 Draft, is now seen as the Bruins’ leading prospect heading into the new season. While it’s not surprising to see the skilled right wing as the top prospect, this season is expected to be a significant one for the Swedish player.
With Jake DeBrusk departing in free agency to the Vancouver Canucks, there is an opening in the lineup that coach Jim Montgomery hopes to fill with a prospect. Lysell, entering his third professional season with the Bruins, is well-positioned for this opportunity and could secure a spot on the Opening Night roster.
Lysell and Georgii Merkulov are expected to compete for the roster spot, but for Lysell, this might be a critical moment in his career. Although injuries with the Providence Bruins have hampered his development, his status as the top prospect suggests that this season could be his chance to make a significant impact in the NHL.
