For just the fourth time since 2017, the Bruins found themselves back in the first round of the NHL Draft on Friday night.
And with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, the Bruins swung for the fences with a high-upside prospect down the middle.
Boston selected center Dean Letourneau (St. Andrew’s College) with their re-acquired first-round pick, bringing in a 6-foot-7 forward who boasts both a high ceiling — but also a fair share of questions regarding his floor at hockey’s highest level.
Here’s five things to know about Boston’s first-round selection:
Letourneau’s size makes him a difference-maker
Letourneau is far from the only first-round talent in his draft class who has earned high marks for his playmaking capabilities and skating skills.