Concerns lingered at the start of the past hockey season about whether the Bruins could maintain offensive production, as their roster appeared to lack sufficient scoring depth beyond its standout players. Analysts questioned if the team’s top talent would be enough to sustain high-level performance without stronger support from lesser-known contributors. The uncertainty stemmed from a lineup that, while strong at the top, raised doubts about consistency when facing tougher defensive matchups. Whether those doubts proved valid or were overblown remains a key takeaway from the season’s early struggles.

At the start of last season, there were serious questions about how much the Bruins would score. Their lineup seemed top heavy, without the depth that might be ...