Jake DeBrusk Proving the Boston Bruins Made a Major Mistake Not Signing Him When They Had the Chance

While his road performances have been nothing short of stellar, his scoring touch has yet to make an appearance at Rogers Arena.

It's a curious trend for both DeBrusk and the Canucks, as the team continues to struggle on home ice early in the season.

Through 24 games, DeBrusk has netted 11 goals, but here's the strange part: every single one of those has come on the road.

On opposing ice, the 27-year-old has been dynamic, racking up 16 points in just 13 games. At home, though, it's been a different story-just four points in 11 contests.

DeBrusk's scoring funk at Rogers Arena reflects a broader challenge for the Canucks, who haven't been able to find consistency at home.

But the silver lining is clear: when DeBrusk clicks, he's proving he can be one of the NHL's best offseason acquisitions .

The winger's mix of speed, skill, and tenacity has made him a nightmare for defenders in hostile territory, and Canucks fans are eager to see that magic come to life in Vancouver.

Fortunately, DeBrusk and the team will have a chance to reverse the trend Friday night, when the Canucks face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The home crowd is hungry for a big performance, and there's no better time for DeBrusk to make his mark in front of the faithful.

If the Canucks can figure out their scoring woes on home ice-and if DeBrusk can break his Vancouver goal drought-the sky's the limit for this team.

For now, though, fans will have to wait and see if DeBrusk can bring his road rhythm to Rogers Arena and cement himself as one of the league's smartest signings.