🎙️ In this week’s episode of Bruins Tape to Tape, Karoline and Maria break down the Bruins’ low-risk, high-speed signing of Michael Eyssimont. Is he just another bottom-six body — or could his sneaky speed and forechecking force someone out of a job?

Joined by on-ice analyst Professor Moe, the crew dives deep into Eyssimont’s skating profile, shot metrics, system fit under Marco Sturm, and what his signing signals about Boston’s bottom-six strategy.

🚨 The Eyssimont Experiment Begins

A 2-year, $1.45M AAV deal for a 28-year-old who’s bounced between teams — but don’t write him off just yet. His speed is elite, he shoots more than most Bruins did last year, and he could make life harder for Beecher, Kastelic, and other bubble forwards.

🛡️ What the Bruins Might See

Karoline: “He might be the one I’m most optimistic about.”Maria: “Can he do anything but fight? That’s all I found.”Moe: “He’s in the top 6% for speed. That’s something.”

📈 Strengths

🏃‍♂️ 94th percentile in high-speed bursts🎯 142 shots on goal (75th percentile)📥 Zone entries + forechecking: better than league average📊 Better setup guy than finisher — especially on secondary assists

📉 Weaknesses

⛔ Faceoff win %: Rough (12.5% in Tampa)🚫 Low shot speed (no 90+ mph shots)🔁 Passes low-to-high more than high-danger setups🧭 Below-average in zone exits and D-zone retrievals

💭 Where Does He Fit?

Not a center, despite the label. Likely destined for LW on the third or fourth line — but with enough tools to push others out of the lineup. Could be a quiet stabilizer or part of the same old rotation.

🧠 The Big Question

Can Eyssimont’s speed and simplicity shine under Marco Sturm’s new system? Or will he become another name in the bottom-six blender?

💬 Quotes & Chaos

“His faceoff percentage was 12.5. That’s... concerning.”“Is he just DeBrusk-lite with more grit?”“Journeyman? Maybe. But he shoots. We’ll take it.”“You can’t score if you never shoot. He shoots.”

🔮 What’s Next

🏒 Next week: Another free agency deep dive: Tanner Jeannot🎧 Sturm system preview coming soon🔥 Will Eyssimont steal a roster spot in camp?🐝 Preseason chemistry watch: Engage.

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