What team beat writers are saying this afternoon: As much as San Jose didn’t bring their “A” game last night, the Ducks most certainly did. Just a great performance by the veteran group. Sergei Samsonov’s status for Game 6 has not yet been decided. They could use him in Game 6, but I don’t see [...]
Eastern Conference Boston Bruins (1) versus Montreal Canadiens (8) After being so injured last playoffs, the Bruins realize just how important rest is during the playoffs. This Boston team just has a quiet confidence about them. Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara has been nominated for the Norris Trophy. It appears the sale of the Montreal Canadiens this [...]
Eastern Conference Boston Bruins (1) versus Montreal Canadiens (8) “We got beat by a better team,” said Canadiens coach and GM Bob Gainey. The Bruins conquered some of their demons yesterday night, writes Kevin Paul Dupont. “It was definitely a good feeling to beat your old team here in Montreal and get the last one,” said [...]
After 13 hours of driving (Lansing, MI to Fargo, N.D.) I apologize for not having the game threads up before tonight’s games. FINAL T FINAL T Boston 4 Washington 1 Montreal 1 NY Rangers 2 Game Preview Game [...]
Eastern Conference Boston Bruins (1) versus Montreal Canadiens (8) The Bruins won’t be getting ahead of themselves like they did five years ago, writes Stephen Harris. The Bruins definitely do not lack depth this playoffs. They have so much depth that someone who does not deserve to sit will be in the press box tonight. [...]
Eastern Conference Boston Bruins (1) versus Montreal Canadiens (8) Michael Ryder stuck it to his old team yesterday at the Bell Centre. Boston did miss Milan Lucic, but Byron Bitz did a terrific job filling in. For all intents and purposes, this series is now over. The Habs had their chances last night but they [...]
Be sure to check out the Team Game Threads so you can chat with other fans of your favorite teams while the games on. Lots of good comments and good local color. And you thought Ovechkin was only good as a forward. Check out that ability to get back. FINAL T [...]
Rod Smith just reported on TSN SporsCentre that Carey Price will start for Montreal in Game 3 tonight. He is the future in net, so Gainey is going to ride him and give him the experience he will need to improve and move forward.