The presence of Nikita Zadorov alone should give the Bruins a much-needed element on their back end when it comes to his bruising style of play and imposing demeanor. Above all else, Zadorov gives Boston options when it comes to how Jim Montgomery wants to augment the team's blue line.
Zadorov can block shots and kill plays in Boston's end like Forbort, but presents a lot more snarl and greater offensive upside than the former Bruins blueliner. When Grzelcyk was on his game, Boston's transition game hummed along at an effective pace. But Zadorov can offer a similar result with his puck-retrieval skills, while also giving Boston a stronger force on the ice.
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