Unfortunately, due to previous commitment and the incredibly frustrating VS-Directv spat, I was double thwarted from seeing to game. So instead I watched the box score as the Cap's ratcheted up their goals. So the bad news, the B's lose 4-1. The good, Bergy scored the first goal of the '09-'10 season. Good for Bergy to start strong!
The B's kick off their NESN schedule Saturday vs the 'Canes. Finally a game on TV.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Hibernation Is Over!
Alright, so I didn't have the heart to report on the disappointing outcome of last season. After a fantastic first place finish in the East, losing in an overtime heart breaker in game 7 was certainly a spirit killer. But that's all over and done with...Because tonight is the start of a new season!
The B's have a new look this year. Most noticeable is the departure of rumored-to-be disgruntled scoring phenom Phil Kessel. Also gone is back-up back stop (yes, a baseball ref I suppose) Manny Fernandez, replaced by last year's Baby B's outstanding goalie Tuukka Rask. Also missing Stephan Yelle, Shane Hnidy, and Steve Montador. Replacing them are Steve Begin, and Derek Morris. Also Marco Sturm, injured for a majority of last season, is healthy and ready to go.
When the B's take the Garden ice tonight vs. Ovie and the Caps, they will be facing much more than their opponents. Their biggest battle this season is perhaps contending with the sky high expectations of last year's outstanding season. Either way, to whichever outcome, the Boston Bruins are back at it tonight, looking to at last bring home the Cup.
The B's have a new look this year. Most noticeable is the departure of rumored-to-be disgruntled scoring phenom Phil Kessel. Also gone is back-up back stop (yes, a baseball ref I suppose) Manny Fernandez, replaced by last year's Baby B's outstanding goalie Tuukka Rask. Also missing Stephan Yelle, Shane Hnidy, and Steve Montador. Replacing them are Steve Begin, and Derek Morris. Also Marco Sturm, injured for a majority of last season, is healthy and ready to go.
When the B's take the Garden ice tonight vs. Ovie and the Caps, they will be facing much more than their opponents. Their biggest battle this season is perhaps contending with the sky high expectations of last year's outstanding season. Either way, to whichever outcome, the Boston Bruins are back at it tonight, looking to at last bring home the Cup.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Bruins Podcast
My sister and I discuss our favourite moments of the Bruins' season and their chances in the playoffs.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Bruins Caught In Hurricane
The Boston Bruins lost game 2 of their 7 game series with the Carolina Hurricanes tonight. The series now stands at an even 1-1 series tie. The Bruins were shut out by the STELLAR play of 'canes goalie Cam Ward. Despite multiple chances for the Bruins, Ward made save after save to keep the B's off the Board. Carolina takes the game 3-0, though many will say the rightful score was 4-0 with a very contriversial non-goal call in the second period.
The Bruins seemed to lack their physicality tonight. Notably absent was Chara, who kept top 'canes scorer Eric Staal off the board in game 1. Staal eluded Chara all night and came away with a goal and an assist. Also woeful for the Bruins was their powerplay, allowing a shorthanded goal and not coming through with a 5-4 goal. The series leaves Boston and continues Wednesday night in Carolina. Hopefully the Bruins will be able to bounce back from thier first loss of the post season.
On a side note, so far this post season the best beard award belong to Big Z, Zdeno Chara. Already a fearsome looking defenseman, the beard just adds to his wildman look on the ice. Awesome Z!
The Bruins seemed to lack their physicality tonight. Notably absent was Chara, who kept top 'canes scorer Eric Staal off the board in game 1. Staal eluded Chara all night and came away with a goal and an assist. Also woeful for the Bruins was their powerplay, allowing a shorthanded goal and not coming through with a 5-4 goal. The series leaves Boston and continues Wednesday night in Carolina. Hopefully the Bruins will be able to bounce back from thier first loss of the post season.
On a side note, so far this post season the best beard award belong to Big Z, Zdeno Chara. Already a fearsome looking defenseman, the beard just adds to his wildman look on the ice. Awesome Z!
Bruins Begin Round 2 with Win
The Bruins began round two in excellent fashion with a 4-1 win over their opponent the Carolina Hurricanes. After finishing out round one with a sweep of hated rivals the Montreal Habs, the Bruins showed no ill effects from the long lay off between the first and second round.
Contributing for the B's were David Krejci, Marc Savard, Michael Ryder, and of course, Timmy Thomas. Thomas has continued to show throughout the playoffs why he is a Vezina Trophy finalist. Also coming up with a big game was Patrice Bergeron. Bergy won over 58% of his facoffs and played his usual strong two-way game.
Up next for the B's is game 2 at the Garden. Also exciting is the fact that Garden roomates Bruins and Celtics will both be competing in round 2 of thier respective playoffs!
Contributing for the B's were David Krejci, Marc Savard, Michael Ryder, and of course, Timmy Thomas. Thomas has continued to show throughout the playoffs why he is a Vezina Trophy finalist. Also coming up with a big game was Patrice Bergeron. Bergy won over 58% of his facoffs and played his usual strong two-way game.
Up next for the B's is game 2 at the Garden. Also exciting is the fact that Garden roomates Bruins and Celtics will both be competing in round 2 of thier respective playoffs!
Friday, February 27, 2009
Bruins Go Duck Hunting
Last night's win over the Anaheim Ducks is recapped in a podcast. Click the title to listen...
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Bruins and Bitzy Stun Panthers
An amazing game for young Bruins star Byron Bitz. Bitzy chipped in two goals and took to the ice in the final minute but was unable to come away with the hat trick. With the B's winding down a 6-1 one win, the crowd begged and pleaded Coach Claude to put in Bitzy in the final minute with loud "we want Bitz" cheers bouncing off the Garden walls. When Coach obliged, the noise exploded as Bitz lept over the wall and on to the ice. Must have been a very nice moment for such a young player.
The Bruins cruised almost the entire game, holding large leads all night. In addition to Bitzy's two goals, Bergy contributed one in the opening seconds along with lovely goals from Aaron Ward, Mark Stuart, and the returning Michael Ryder. Ryder proved to be just what the Bruins were missing on the power play, hopefully turning the pp situation around in his first game back with his man-advantage goal.
Penalty Box: A game like this, no one deserves a penalty. If I had to dole one out, it would be to Milan Lucic for his hooking penalty in the final few seconds. Who knows if Bitzy would've gotten the hat downpour if the B's had kept that final minute momentum...
The Bruins continue their home stand on Thursday, when they take on the Anaheim Ducks visiting from the opposite side of the country. Should be an interesting bi-coastal battle.
The Bruins cruised almost the entire game, holding large leads all night. In addition to Bitzy's two goals, Bergy contributed one in the opening seconds along with lovely goals from Aaron Ward, Mark Stuart, and the returning Michael Ryder. Ryder proved to be just what the Bruins were missing on the power play, hopefully turning the pp situation around in his first game back with his man-advantage goal.
Penalty Box: A game like this, no one deserves a penalty. If I had to dole one out, it would be to Milan Lucic for his hooking penalty in the final few seconds. Who knows if Bitzy would've gotten the hat downpour if the B's had kept that final minute momentum...
The Bruins continue their home stand on Thursday, when they take on the Anaheim Ducks visiting from the opposite side of the country. Should be an interesting bi-coastal battle.
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