“He’s got a taste for how good he could be...he could be one of 'Those Guys.'”
—Former NHL All-Star Wayne Cashman

“I really don’t have any expectations of Joey except that he go out every game and give me the best he’s got.”
—Former Bruins coach Robbie Ftorek

“He’s showing the creativity that made him the top pick in the draft.”
—Former Bruins great Ray Bourque

“I had to let Joe earn his jersey, earn his ice time.”
—Former Bruins coach Pat Burns

“He’s such a complete player.”
—Former teammate Bill Guerin

“He was rushed into the league because the Bruins were so bad.”
—Broadcaster Barry Melrose