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Bruins’ Morgan Geekie, the Olympics and reality: ‘Whose spot are you going to take?’
- Geekie has 41 goals in 2025, tying for the most in the year and fueling his Olympic long-list contention for Hockey Canada.
- Bruins coach and team peers view Geekie as a legitimate scorer who can impact the power play and be utilized in multiple spots.
- Geekie acknowledges the Olympic process is uncertain, saying it would be awesome to play for his country but recognizing the competition.
- Geeksie’s performance has him on Hockey Canada’s long list, reflecting national intrigue about his goal-scoring prowess.
- Geekie’s 2025-26 season includes a 103.03 mph slap shot, cited as the fastest this season as part of his growing impact.
- Geekie’s two power-play goals against the Ducks showcased his ability to tip and finish from high-danger areas.
- Bruins coach Marco Sturm compares Geekie to top forwards and sees potential for more high-danger ice time.
- Geekie’s scoring pace places him ahead of most peers in 2025, with only David Pastrnak ahead at 41 goals.
- The piece notes Geekie’s role as a right-shot winger who can also excel in the middle on the power play.
- The article emphasizes the evolving landscape of Olympic selection, where Canada could keep its current core or add new players.
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