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GAME 7| STANLEY CUP FINAL: BOSTON BRUINS VS ST. LOUIS

GAME 7| STANLEY CUP FINAL: BOSTON BRUINS VS ST. LOUIS

Posted by | Jun 12, 2019 |

It all comes down this. Tonight, the Boston Bruins will face one last challenge and the prize for all their effort: one big silver cup. For the St. Louis Blues, if they win, it would be their first time since coming into the league in 1967. For Boston, this is the first Game Seven Stanley Cup Final being played at home. DOWN BUT NEVER OUT It’s been a long journey for both teams this season, and for the Bruins it has been a test of will and “next man up.” Boston dealt with many injuries throughout the regular season...

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GAME 6: STANLEY CUP FINALS|BOSTON BRUINS VS. ST. LOUIS BLUES

GAME 6: STANLEY CUP FINALS|BOSTON BRUINS VS. ST. LOUIS BLUES

Posted by | Jun 9, 2019 |

Amid all the controversies, missed calls, holdings, and trips, the Boston Bruins are now focused at the task at hand. With their backs against the walls, Boston faces elimination tonight in St. Louis, or they send the series back home to Boston. DEJA VU The Bruins have been in this position before when they were down 3-2 in the series against Toronto and won both Games 6 and 7. And if you look even further back to 2011, Boston also dropped Game 5 of the series against the Vancouver Canucks. And as every Bruins fan knows, the boys in...

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GAME 4 PREVIEW STANLEY CUP FINALS | BOSTON BRUINS VS. ST. LOUIS

GAME 4 PREVIEW STANLEY CUP FINALS | BOSTON BRUINS VS. ST. LOUIS

Posted by | Jun 3, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins once again face the St. Louis Blues in a pivotal Game Four of the Stanley Cup Finals. Saturday’s throttle of the Blues saw the Bruins win 7-2 as they continue to escape an overtly physical St. Louis team. MILESTONES Saturday night’s clash came after the St Louis beat the Bruins 3-2 in overtime back in Boston, tying the series 1-1. It turned out to be an historic night for the Bruins as many players hit personal milestones. Torey Krug became the first Bruins defenseman to have four points in a Stanley Cup Final game. Patrice Bergeron...

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GAME 3: STANLEY CUP FINALS|BOSTON BRUINS STOMP ST. LOUIS

GAME 3: STANLEY CUP FINALS|BOSTON BRUINS STOMP ST. LOUIS

Posted by | Jun 2, 2019 |

With the series tied at 1-1, the Boston Bruins arrived at Enterprise Center determined to make a statement, and boy, did they. The Bruins know what’s at stake, and as they looked upon photos of past Stanley Cup victories that decorated their dressing room, the team was reminded to embrace the challenge. The ultimate prize is within reach, and the boys in Black and Gold overcame a head-hunting St. Louis team, defeating them in spectacular fashion 7-2 . The series is now 2-1 in Boston’s favor. STRONG START In what was supposed to be a special homecoming in St....

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GAME 2-STANLEY CUP FINALS| Boston Bruins vs St. Louis Blues

GAME 2-STANLEY CUP FINALS| Boston Bruins vs St. Louis Blues

Posted by | May 29, 2019 | ,

After a wild comeback that included a very angry Torey Krug, the Boston Bruins took Game One of the Stanley Cup Finals and defeated the St. Louis Blues 3-2.  Despite the slow start that saw the Bruins looking a bit rusty after an 11-day layoff, they quickly found their legs and dominated the rest of the game. Tonight, Boston will be looking to keep the momentum going as they face a St. Louis team who will no doubt come out looking to take at least one game at the TD Garden. (Photo Credits: AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) EVERY LINE COUNTS...

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GAME ONE: STANLEY CUP FINALS| Boston Bruins vs. St Louis Blues

GAME ONE: STANLEY CUP FINALS| Boston Bruins vs. St Louis Blues

Posted by | May 27, 2019 | ,

The buzz is real down Causeway Street and if you didn’t know by now, the Boston Bruins are in the Stanley Cup Finals. Both teams have endured quite a few obstacles this season: Bruins persevering through a stretch of injuries, and the Blues coming from dead last to being Western Conference Champions. The two best teams are in the Finals and whoever wins, deserves to win. This is going to be a tough one, folks. GAMEDAY NOTES Coach Bruce Cassidy recently confirmed that Captain Zdeno Chara, David Krejci, and Brad Marchand will be in the lineup tonight. Yesterday many...

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Stanley Cup Finals: Boston Bruins Advance

Stanley Cup Finals: Boston Bruins Advance

Posted by | May 17, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins are advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, their first since 2013. After a hard-fought sweep of the Carolina Hurricanes, Boston will now have reached the finals for the 20th time in their history. All About That Line It was a night that belonged to not only the Finnish brick wall that is Tuukka Rask, but to Boston’s formidable “perfection line”. David Pastrnak got the Bruins on the board when he tipped in a power-play goal fed from his line-mate Brad Marchand early in the second. Patrice Bergeron notched in the second power-play goal of the night,...

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Boston Bruins Silence Hurricanes; Rask Tremendous

Boston Bruins Silence Hurricanes; Rask Tremendous

Posted by | May 15, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins knew going into Tuesday night that they would be facing a desperate Hurricanes team. Up 2-0 in the series, Boston had to be ready. And if it weren’t for the outstanding performance by goaltender Tuukka Rask, things could’ve been a lot different. CALM BEFORE THE STORM The ‘Canes were coming off a perfect 5-0 winning streak at home in the playoffs, and were looking to make a huge push from the get go. From the drop of the puck Carolina was all over Boston, as they drew the first penalty 55 seconds into the first. In...

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Boston Bruins Eliminate Blue Jackets: Heading Into ECF

Boston Bruins Eliminate Blue Jackets: Heading Into ECF

Posted by | May 7, 2019 |

The stage was set for Game 6 in Columbus and the Boston Bruins came out victorious, denying the Blue Jackets a Game 7 back in Boston. The battle in the net had emerged as the story throughout the series, and both Tuukka Rask and Sergei Bobrovsky played outstanding. Last night, Rask earned a shutout against the Blue Jackets 3-0, and led the Bruins to the Eastern Conference Finals—their first since 2013. TUUKKA TIME Rask made 39 saves last night in the shutout, as the Bruins won their third straight game in a best of seven games.  He is the...

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Game 5 | Round 2: Boston Bruins vs Blue Jackets

Game 5 | Round 2: Boston Bruins vs Blue Jackets

Posted by | May 4, 2019 | ,

TD GARDEN, BOSTON–The Boston Bruins head home after a wildly frustrating game in Columbus that saw the Black and Gold winning 4-1, tying the series at two-a-piece. Tonight, the Jackets will be looking to take the series lead after a shaky Game 4. FIRST LINE SPARK Patrice Bergeron scored off of two power-play goals with an assist from David Pastrnak (who started things off scoring minutes into the first period). Ohio’s own Sean Kuraly scored in the third to give the Bruins a 3-1 lead. Columbus lone goal of the night came after a controversial play that saw the...

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ROUND 2, GAME 3 | BOSTON BRUINS VS. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

ROUND 2, GAME 3 | BOSTON BRUINS VS. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Posted by | Apr 30, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins are in Columbus as they face the Blue Jackets for Game 3 of the Second Round of the NHL Playoffs tonight.  Boston will be looking to redeem themselves after a loss in a second overtime in Game 2 that was played at the TD Garden. With the Bruins and the Jackets deadlocked 2-2, a penalty call on Patrice Bergeron in the second overtime lead to a power-play goal, with the Jackets winning 3-2. TOP LINE WOES Columbus’s Matt Duchene had the winning power-play goal Saturday night. Boston’s special team were roughed up as the Blue Jackets...

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Boston Bruins Blow Leafs Away 5-1

Boston Bruins Blow Leafs Away 5-1

Posted by | Apr 24, 2019 | ,

Last night loud cheers and excitement from the Black and Gold faithful flooded Causeway Street as the Boston Bruins defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs in a crucial do-or-die Game 7. For Boston, the scenario was all too familiar. And for fans on both sides of the fence, this series was poised to reach a Game 7.  THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY For Toronto fans, the hope was that their young team would finally slay the dragon, as they have lost to Boston in the same fashion twice in a row. With Boston up 3-1 in the third, Bruins’ Charlie...

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FINAL COUNTDOWN: Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs, Game 7

FINAL COUNTDOWN: Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs, Game 7

Posted by | Apr 23, 2019 | ,

Here we are again. Game 7 in Round One of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The familiar noises and heart-attack inducing feelings are back again at home as the Boston Bruins face the Toronto Maple Leafs for the second straight season. It’s been the match-up that was foreseen as the regular season came to a close with both teams evenly matched. SETTING THE STAGE In an all too familiar scenario that saw the Bruins back up against the wall in a pivotal Game 6, the B’s came out fighting for their season and forced a Game 7. Toronto scored first,...

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Game 1: Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Game 1: Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Posted by | Apr 11, 2019 | ,

Tonight, the Boston Bruins face a familiar foe in the Toronto Maple Leafs as they square off in Game One of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. While it may be déjà vu for fans on both sides, the Bruins and Leafs are hoping to bring some new elements to their game. With the defeat against Columbus, Boston was able to secure home-ice advantage, and will face Toronto for the third time since 2013 in the postseason.

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Boston Bruins Clinch Home Ice; Marchand Hits 100

Boston Bruins Clinch Home Ice; Marchand Hits 100

Posted by | Apr 3, 2019 | ,

With two games left to the regular season, and a guaranteed spot in the Playoffs, the Boston Bruins brought some fire last night in Columbus as they defeated the Blue Jackets 6-4. In a win that certainly felt like a Playoff game, the boys in Black and Gold were back to form after dropping their last two games. And for one particular player, last night would be one to remember as teammates swarmed number 63.

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Game Preview: Bruins vs Rangers

Game Preview: Bruins vs Rangers

Posted by | Mar 27, 2019 | ,

It’s been a busy few games for the Boston Bruins as they clinched a Playoff berth, Captain Zdeno Chara scored his 200th career NHL goal. and Patrice Bergeron set a new career high when he tallied his 75th point of the season during  their 5-4 loss against Tampa Bay. Despite the recent loss where the Bruins blew a 2 goal lead, the boys will be looking to get back into gear as they fight for home ice advantage in the first round of the Playoffs. SOME UPDATES It was announced that Torey Krug and Marcus Johansson will be returning...

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Boston Bruins Sean Kuraly Out

Boston Bruins Sean Kuraly Out

Posted by | Mar 23, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins announced an update this morning on center Sean Kuraly. This past Thursday, March 21st, Kuraly sustained a fracture to his right hand after blocking a slap shot from New Jersey’s Steven Santini during the third period. Dr Matt Leibman performed the surgery and recovery time is expected to be four weeks. ANOTHER MAN DOWN With the many injuries that have plagued this Bruins roster, Kuraly has displayed hustle, while developing chemistry on his line, especially with Chris Wagner. (Photo Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports) “They’ve been a good pair, whether they’ve been wings with Noel or...

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Bruins Tame Panthers In Wild Win

Bruins Tame Panthers In Wild Win

Posted by | Mar 7, 2019 | ,

As Boston tied the game late in the third and with six seconds left, Saint Patrice would score the winning goal as the Bruins beat the Panthers 4-3, extending their game-point streak to 18 games (the second-longest in Bruins history). (Photo Credits: Joe Mariski) FALLING BEHIND AND GETTING BACK UP After a scoreless first, Florida got on board in the second when Alexander Barkov scored on a power play at 2:48 in the second, with Brandon Carlo being called on a tripping penalty. Boston was once again down a player as Captain Zdeno Chara received a delay of game...

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Game Preview: Bruins vs Devils

Game Preview: Bruins vs Devils

Posted by | Mar 2, 2019 | ,

Despite the snowfall in Boston, the Bruins are looking hot as they face the New Jersey Devils tonight at TD Garden. Since the trade deadline, former Devils Marcus Johansson is set to face his old team. Tonight’s game will also mark the 666th career game for Brad Marchand, who has 18 points in his past 12 games. Tuukka Rask , who’s been playing red-hot (13-0-3), will get the start in net. (Photo: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports) HOT IN THE CITY The Bruins are coming off a huge 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning this past Thursday. Boston is...

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Game Preview: Boston Bruins vs. Vegas Golden Knights

Posted by | Feb 20, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins continue with their western trip when they face the Vegas Golden Knights tonight at the T-Mobile Arena. With a thrilling overtime win over the San Jose Sharks, the B’s are looking to make it seven in a row. With the uncertainty of when David Pastrnak will return to the line-up, the time for “next man up” has been more pronounced these past few games. (PHOTO CREDITS: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports) OFFENSIVE PLAY In the past four games without Pastrnak (which the B’s have won), the team has scored 19 goals, with many coming from second-year players that have been going through their sophomore slump. Both Jake DeBrusk and Danton Heinen have finally found their voice, and are enjoying the recent burst of offensive play. DeBrusk has had goals and assists in all four games, while Heinen has had a goal and three assists. The fourth line has also contributed with three goals and four assists. “We miss Pasta…we have enough solid leaders that it’s –next man up is the term, no passengers…next guy that goes in has to do the job. Did we expect to score this many goals without Pasta? No.  We were trending as a lower-scoring team…Maybe that’s just the guys saying, ‘We’ve got to pick up the pace here.’Coach Bruce Cassidy (PHOTO CREDITS: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports) DEFENSE Defense has also stepped up...

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Bruins End Blackhawks Winning Streak

Bruins End Blackhawks Winning Streak

Posted by | Feb 12, 2019 | ,

The Boston Bruins wrapped up a perfect three-game homestead as they defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-3 at the TD Garden on a snowy Tuesday night. Chicago came into Boston with a seven-game winning streak. With news coming that the Bruins star right-winger David Pastrnak being out for a few weeks, the time came for the team to step up, and tonight Boston delivered. (Photo Credits: Steve Babineau/NHLI via Getty Images) GAME RECAP The Blackhawks started things off when Alex DeBrincat scored at 4:22 of the first period, making the score 1-0. Chicago’s Brent Seabrook would be called for a...

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Bruins David Pastrnak Out With Injury

Bruins David Pastrnak Out With Injury

Posted by | Feb 12, 2019 |

The Boston Bruins this morning announced that right-winger David Pastrnak underwent successful surgery to repair an injury to his left thumb. Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney addressed the media about the injury. The incident occurred Sunday evening after a sponsorship dinner, when Pastrnak fell while walking to a car. He will be re-evaluated after two weeks of rest. 🎥#NHLBruins GM Don Sweeney addressed the media about David Pastrnak's injury: pic.twitter.com/BLYFvPciAp— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) February 12, 2019 For the Bruins, the injury to Pasta comes at a time when every win and points are critical. Boston has had their share...

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A Milestone for Patrice Bergeron; Game Preview Bruins vs Islanders

A Milestone for Patrice Bergeron; Game Preview Bruins vs Islanders

Posted by | Feb 5, 2019 | ,

Tonight marks a special milestone as The Boston Bruins face the New York Islanders tonight at the TD Garden. Regarded as one of the best two-way forwards in the league, the highly respected Patrice Bergeron will be playing his 1,000th game for the Black and Gold-the only team he has ever played for. (Photo Credits: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports) A Stellar Career The 33-year-old four-time Selke Award winner  is one of five players to play over 1,000 games while wearing a Bruins uniform. He joins Ray Bourque, Johnny Bucyk, Wayne Cashman and Don Sweeney. When asked recently about career...

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Tuukka Returns; Bruins vs Flyers

Tuukka Returns; Bruins vs Flyers

Posted by | Jan 31, 2019 | ,

Tuukka Rask returns tonight after suffering a concussion that saw the goaltender out for one game. The return also marks a possible career-milestone for Rask, who looks to overtake Bruins goaltender Tiny Thompson’s record for most career wins. The B’s are also looking to win tonight to get back into 3rd place in the Atlantic division, as they are now one point behind Montreal. With Monday’s shootout loss to the Winnipeg Jets, the Bruins are now 0-1-1 in their last two games. A FLYING STREAK In their last meeting during regular season, the Philadelphia Flyers (21-23-6) will face the...

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David Pastrnak An All Star

David Pastrnak An All Star

Posted by | Jan 25, 2019 | ,

The boys in Black and Gold continue to enjoy some time off during their mandatory bye week, but there’s one young Czech winger who is gearing up to get back on the ice this weekend at the NHL All-Star Games. 22-year-old David Pastrnak was voted to represent the spoked-B in San Jose this year. With this being his first appearance, Pastrnak is soaking in the sights and sounds. And judging from his big chipped-tooth smile, he’s looking pretty happy to be there. BY THE NUMBERS Pastrnak currently leads the team in goals (27) and points (56) through 49 games. He’s...

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