Expectations for the 1993 players on the CanElson Drilling Estevan Bruins this season will only increase after a solid rookie season. One of the players who will be asked to step up and take a bigger role with the team is Matt Brykaliuk.
Brykaliuk had 10 goals and 10 assists in 44 games last season with the Bruins. He says one of the biggest goals for himself this year is too improve on his consistency. He said last season he spent a lot of time talking with Bruins Head Coach Keith Cassidy and Assistant Head Coach Cole Zahn about being more consistent last season is hoping that he can be a productive every night for the Bruins.
Brykaliuk played on the wing last season but it appears that he will now be moved to Centre. He's welcoming the change as he played a lot of his AAA Midget at centre. He feels that he's comfortable playing down the middle and is looking forward to playing on either the second or third line with the Bruins.
Throughout training camp Brykaliuk has been playing on a line with Taylor Reich and Tanner Froese. Brykaliuk believes the trio have developed some chemistry in camp and is hopeful that can carry over into the regular season. He noted that Reich is a solid player along the boards and is willing to do the dirty work on the ice and Froese possesses a combination of grit and skill.
Brykaliuk noted last season the Bruins faded a strong start and he says the team is worried about being consistent heading into the 2012-13 season.
Brykaliuk and the rest of the Bruins will open up the season tomorrow night in Melville at 7:30. The home opener is set for Friday night. Fans are asked to be in their seats by 7:00 so they can enjoy a pregame show that will be filled with fireworks, videos and music. The puck drop is set for 7:30.
I talked to Brykaliuk about the upcoming season.
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