"That’s post-concussion talk": NHL community reacts to Vancouver Canucks' Jake DeBrusk being a Taylor Swift fan

Jake DeBrusk signed with the Vancouver Canucks on the first day of free agency. He played seven seasons with the Boston Bruins after being drafted 14th overall in the 2015 NHL Draft.

The Canucks shared an edited photo of DeBrusk in a Canucks jersey and mentioned that he is a Taylor Swift fan, calling him a "Swiftie."

"We heard Jake DeBrusk is a Swiftie. 👀 74 more days until we're Out of the Woods and #Canucks hockey returns!"

Soon, NHL fans jumped into the comment section to share their opinions on the post.

"That’s post concussion talk," one fan commented.

"Oh yeah, he’s definitely scoring 50 next year," another fan said.

"Anyone else got a hunch that Debrusk is gonna pop off with the Canucks and that contract will be a steal?" a fan questioned.

Here are some more reactions from fans reacting to DeBrusk being a swiftie.

"74 days until DeBrusk and the Canucks face another season of high hopes and inevitable letdowns. At least he’s got Taylor Swift to keep him company." a fan said.

"I can’t wait for this new season!!!!!!" one fan wrote.

"yall better be at the eras tour in vancouver," one fan mentioned about Taylor Swift's upcoming tour in the city.

"Ohhhh I see what you’re doing and I’m all here for it," a fan approved.

More information on Jake DeBrusk signing with Canucks in free agency

Jake DeBrusk signed a seven-year, $38.5 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks. He will earn $5.5 million per year. The Canucks aimed for Jake Guentzel but missed out as he signed with Tampa Bay.

DeBrusk had 19 goals and 21 assists in 80 games last season, just missing a third consecutive 20-goal season. He is expected to play a top-six role with either Elias Pettersson or JT Miller.

DeBrusk played all seven years of his NHL career with the Boston Bruins, scoring 266 points in 465 games. He was drafted 14th overall by Boston in 2015. His status with the Bruins was uncertain, with frequent trade rumors and a trade request in 2022, which he later withdrew.

DeBrusk's recent two-year deal with Boston had a $4 million cap hit. The Canucks needed to strengthen their left wing in free agency, targeting Guentzel initially. Now, fans look forward to DeBrusk's impact on the team's offense.