Concerns lingered at the start of the past hockey season about whether the Bruins could maintain offensive firepower, as their roster appeared to lack the necessary depth beyond its standout players. Analysts questioned whether the team’s scoring prowess would hold up under pressure, given the perceived imbalance between elite talent and supporting cast. With expectations high for a few key contributors, the challenge was whether the Bruins could sustain production when facing tougher defenses. The season’s early performance would ultimately test that theory.

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 ...