Jakub Zbořil


Jakub Zbořil is a Czech professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League. He was selected by the Bruins in the first round, 13th overall, at the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.

Playing career

Zbořil was drafted by the Saint John Sea Dogs in the first round, fifth overall, of the 2014 CHL Import Draft. His outstanding play with the Sea Dogs during the 2014–15 season was recognized when he was named to the 2014–15 QMJHL All-Rookie Team.
Leading up to the 2015 NHL Entry Draft on 26 June 2015, Zbořil was named as a top-rated prospect and was widely projected to be a first round selection at the draft. He was ultimately selected by the Boston Bruins with the 13th overall pick, acquired from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for Milan Lucic, one of three consecutive first-round selections by the Bruins, along with Jake DeBrusk and Zachary Senyshyn. On 15 July, Zbořil signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Bruins. It would not be until the 2018–19 season, with a depleted defensive corps at the time, that Zboril would play his first NHL game with the Bruins – Zboril's first game with the Bruins occurred on 17 November 2018, in a 1–0 overtime road loss to the Dallas Stars.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

Awards and honours