Left wing Jake DeBrusk scored an NHL career-high 27 goals in 68 regular-season games and had 11 points (four goals, seven assists) in 24 Stanley Cup Playoff games last season. He should continue to build upon his success after solidifying a second-line role with center David Krejci, who had 73 points (20 goals, 53 assists). Krejci was first on the Bruins in SAT percentage (55.98 percent) and DeBrusk was second (55.86) among skaters to play at least 68 games. Coach Bruce Cassidy used their second line in a predominantly offensive role, where the tandem led the Bruins in 5-on-5 zone starts percentage, meaning they each started in the offensive zone more than 62 percent of the time. DeBrusk taking a further step in his development is also likely because of his top power-play role. Although he missed 14 games last season, DeBrusk's eight power-play goals were fourth on the Bruins. If his lineup placement holds and he plays a full schedule, DeBrusk should have the best season of his NHL career.