The most difficult position to pick was the 3rd line Center spot. Given Riley Nash's season, I don't expect him back in Boston. He's going to get paid and the Bruins should avoid the contract even though he's a great 3rd liner because they have in-house options. I think the 3rd line center spot will come down to JFK, Donato and Heinen. Given Heinen has the most NHL experience, I feel he'll get a shot at it. Even though he's not a natural center, he's smart enough to make the transition. I also have Bjork on the 2nd line. If he comes back healthy, he has the skill to play there. It also allows Donato to get use to the grind of the NHL season on the 3rd line.

For defense, I think Miller will get the nod over McQuaid. Since its McQuaid's final contract season, I wouldn't be surprised if the Bruins moved him for a late round pick. Given the Bruins injury history on defense the past two years, it'd be wise to keep him.

The goaltending duo should remain the same. Khudo receives a slight increase in pay given his strong season. This will allow the Bruins to rest Rask like they did this year.

With a little under 4M in cap left, I don't see the Bruins making any big moves especially with Carlo and McAvoy becoming RFA's after this upcoming season. The extra 4M will also allow them to make a trade deadline move if needed.

Despite hating the Bruins, I have to admit that they have done a great job retooling and integrating young talent with their vets. They should be good for a while.

They 2nd and 3rd center are the future priorities of this team. Jfk is going to get every chance to be the 3rd line center next year. He is envisioned as the replacement for krejci. Donato is a wildcard here. The bruins may try him at center but i see him as more a wing in this league. With too many young forwards it wouldn't be surprising if they went outside the organization to find the next center.

Heinen isn't a center. They'll either find a way to bring back Riley or it'll be between Donato, Frederic & JFK