Now, returning to the Bruins on a one-year deal, he's greeted by a largely new roster, with only Brad Marchand and David Pastrnak remaining from his previous tenure.
This means Lucic has the task of acquainting himself with his new teammates, including Jake DeBrusk, who encountered Lucic briefly during his time with the Edmonton Oilers.
Off the ice, Lucic may be amiable, but his playing style is defined by physicality. He's notched over 200 hits in nine seasons, most recently with the Calgary Flames in 2021-22, where his 168 hits would have ranked him second among the Bruins.