After rehabbing from multiple offseason surgeries, Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand is back on the ice in a non-contact jersey. While his physical health is improving, he had a strong message for the team's youngsters. Marchand addressed the uncertainty surrounding who will step up to replace defenseman Jake DeBrusk, who signed with the Vancouver Canucks this summer. He made it clear that earning a spot on the roster, particularly as the No. 2 right wing, won't be easy. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/conorryan_93/status/1838948827367092413'> </a></blockquote></div> Morgan Geekie has been given a chance to show what he can do on the second line alongside Marchand and Charlie Coyle, and the veteran had some positive words for him. <q> I love playing with Geeks. He's great in a lot of areas-the way he holds onto pucks, makes plays, and shoots. He's great in the corners and really complements our line. We're still getting reps, but I've always liked his game. </q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/tcalauttis/status/1831011231445963233'> </a></blockquote></div> However, when Marchand heard that youngsters like Fabian Lysell had a solid showing in the Bruins' 4-1 preseason win over the Washington Capitals, he wasn't satisfied. <q> It's encouraging, but pretty well needs to be better. For those guys to make the team, they have to push out players who are on big contracts. Pretty good isn't going to cut it. If you're happy with that, you've got a long way to go. </q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/nhlbruins/status/1838986511372402809'> </a></blockquote></div> Marchand's words make it clear earning a spot on the Bruins this season is a privilege not a right. Source: Hockey Feed <a href='https://www.hockeyfeed.com/nhl-news/brad-marchand-calls-out-his-teammate-at-crucial-time-ahead-of- 2024-25' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Brad Marchand calls out his teammate at crucial time ahead of 2024-25</a>