Here’s what Terry Murray said this morning about Brian Boyle’s return to the Kings and what Boyle needs to do better this time around. Boyle will center the Kings’ fourth line, between Raitis Ivanans and John Zeiler…

—–

Question: It seemed like things went well for Boyle in Manchester. What does he need to do in order to stay here?

MURRAY: “The reports we got from Manchester are that he went down with a great attitude and worked at the areas of the game that he needs to dig in on. That’s using size and strength as a trump card for himself. The reports are indicating that that’s what he’s been doing, along with the scoring. He’s deserving of another opportunity and that’s why he’s here, so I hope that everything works out for him. I’d like to see a big man like this be successful. If it’s going to be on the third line or the fourth line, he needs to be able to have a presence with his skill. We can use him in other situations, on special teams, on the power play. He can be a force each time he’s out on the ice. He can be a great addition to our team.”

Question: Do you think he has enough skill to be a top-six forward.

MURRAY: “He has enough skill, yes, absolutely. The other part of the game is something that’s been talked about this year, several times. That’s what he needs to be able to figure out.”