Florida Panthers: Predicting the individual statistics of the forwards

6th Offensive Leading Scorer: Nick Bjugstad

Once upon a time in a distant NHL season, Nick Bjugstad actually scored 24 goals! Even though it was only a couple years ago, it seems like forever when Bjugstad actually contributed at a high rate. After his 24 goal season, Bjugstad never lived up to expectations and only notched 14 points last season. This type of performance is not acceptable by any standards.

This season could be Bjugstad’s last chance to prove himself to the Panthers organization. If he has another bad season, he could easily find himself in a different city next season. Because of his poor play the past two years, he will find himself on the third line with two inexperienced wingers playing alongside him. But, if Bjugstad can stay healthy this season, he should rebound this year with a solid season.

Prediction: 21 goals, 19 assists and 40 points.