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.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Bruins Struck By Lightning
The Bruins fell once again in Florida by a score of 4-3. A tied game late in the third period, a delay of game penalty by Andrew Ference opened the door for Tampa Bay to jump ahead with about a minute and a half left in the game. Scoring for the Bruins was Zdeno Chara, Andrew Ference, and the oft-snake bitten Phil Kessel, who snapped a 14 game scoreless skid.
Penalty Box: This one is obvious for anyone who watched the final few minutes. The hilarity of Manny Fernandez falling down TWICE en route to the bench for the extra skater takes the cake for today's penalty box.
The Bruins will open a six game home stand (desperately needed in my opinion) on Tuesday when last Saturday's foe the Florida Panthers return the visit. Early reports have Michael Ryder possibly making a return from his facial fracture surgery...
Penalty Box: This one is obvious for anyone who watched the final few minutes. The hilarity of Manny Fernandez falling down TWICE en route to the bench for the extra skater takes the cake for today's penalty box.
The Bruins will open a six game home stand (desperately needed in my opinion) on Tuesday when last Saturday's foe the Florida Panthers return the visit. Early reports have Michael Ryder possibly making a return from his facial fracture surgery...
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Bruins Continue to Struggle
After finally breaking their losing streak with a win over Carolina, the Bruins once again continued to struggle with a loss to the Florida Panthers. The Panthers' Vokoun was amazing in net turning away shot after shot from the Bruins to secure the shut out and the win for Florida 2-0.
Despite the high number of shots the Bruins were able to get off, 41 total, the feisty Panthers were able to connect on 2 of their 29. Patrice Bergeron, who broke his scoring slump last game with an empty netter, led the B's with 8 shots. Most disturbing for the Bruins was the continuation of the terrible power play. The Bruins were granted two 4 minute penalties and were unable to do much of anything with them.
Penalty Box: Loooooooonnnnnnnggg Road Trips
The Bruins are currently at the tail end of a 5 game road trip. They have not taken the ice at the garden since February 10th's game vs the sharks. Hope the Celtics are keepin the arena warm!
Boston's Bears will not have much time to dwell on their loss as they are back on the ice tomorrow with a game in Tampa. After the matinee, the Bruins will return to their home ice for a nice long home stand. Hopefully that will jump start the struggling Boston Boys...
Despite the high number of shots the Bruins were able to get off, 41 total, the feisty Panthers were able to connect on 2 of their 29. Patrice Bergeron, who broke his scoring slump last game with an empty netter, led the B's with 8 shots. Most disturbing for the Bruins was the continuation of the terrible power play. The Bruins were granted two 4 minute penalties and were unable to do much of anything with them.
Penalty Box: Loooooooonnnnnnnggg Road Trips
The Bruins are currently at the tail end of a 5 game road trip. They have not taken the ice at the garden since February 10th's game vs the sharks. Hope the Celtics are keepin the arena warm!
Boston's Bears will not have much time to dwell on their loss as they are back on the ice tomorrow with a game in Tampa. After the matinee, the Bruins will return to their home ice for a nice long home stand. Hopefully that will jump start the struggling Boston Boys...
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Sharks Trounce Bruins
In the battle of the top two teams in the league, #2 came out on top. Billed as one of the biggest games of the season for the Bruins, it seems the Bruins only showed up for two periods. Timmy started out well in net, only allowing a single goal in the first two periods. Milan Lucic gave the B's the lead after the first two periods with two in the first. Things fell apart for Timmy and the B's however in the third period. The Sharks and Joe Thornton were able to pour in four more goals of their own to take the game 5-2. Jumbo Joe himself even got on the goal-scoring parade, potting one at the house of his former team about midway through the third.
Even more upsetting for the Bruins were the injuries that they sustained in the physical game. Petteri Nokelainen was bloodied in the first by an apparent stick to the face, but did not receive a call much to the chagrin of the bruins. Noke did not return to the game and at last report was taken to the hospital and is visiting doctors wit an eye injury. Also lost to the Bruins was Chuck Kobasew, who after missing much of the second returned only to be knocked out again in the third with an 'upper body' injury. No word on his status for the future.
Penalty Box: The Bruins power play for continuing to struggle with an 0-5 showing vs the Sharks
Claude Julien & co. will have to re-group and put this very tough loss behind them. They will face another tough challenge Friday night when they visit the New Jersey Devils to kick off a lengthy road trip.
Even more upsetting for the Bruins were the injuries that they sustained in the physical game. Petteri Nokelainen was bloodied in the first by an apparent stick to the face, but did not receive a call much to the chagrin of the bruins. Noke did not return to the game and at last report was taken to the hospital and is visiting doctors wit an eye injury. Also lost to the Bruins was Chuck Kobasew, who after missing much of the second returned only to be knocked out again in the third with an 'upper body' injury. No word on his status for the future.
Penalty Box: The Bruins power play for continuing to struggle with an 0-5 showing vs the Sharks
Claude Julien & co. will have to re-group and put this very tough loss behind them. They will face another tough challenge Friday night when they visit the New Jersey Devils to kick off a lengthy road trip.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Ryder Has Surgery
According to reports from the Globe's Bruins Blog, Michael Ryder is undergoing surgery for a facial fracture he sustained in last week's game versus Ottawa. Ryder was hit in the face by an errant stick to the face. He is out indefinitely. Get well soon Ryder!!!
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Jones & Flyers Beat Bruins
As if losing the game in overtime wasn't bad enough, the killing blow came in the fact that it was old nemesis Randy Jones who knocked his shot off Andrew Ference and into the net to give Philly the 4-3 win in the OT. The boo birds were out in full force all night whenever Randy Jones touched the puck; the devastating hit form behind he put on B's fan favorite Patrice Bergeron still fresh in the fans' minds. Also hearing from the B's faithful was old friend Glen Metropolit, who filled in admirably for Bergeron last season. A hero's welcome at first, the cheers quickly turned to jeers for Metro when he banged a shot past the returning Manny Fernandez in the 2nd.
Despite Manny's relatively strong start, his first in more than a month, the Bruins found themselves facing another overtime, their second in as many games. With a 3-1 lead after the first frame, the B's and Manny let the stubborn Flyers back in the game. The B's lost the extra point when Randy Jones' shot careened off Andrew Ference and angled into the net.
Penalty Box: A minor penalty to the awfulness of facial fractures
The B's lost a lot of talent in their lineup with Michael Ryder being out indefinitely with the facial fracture he sustained the previous game versus Ottawa.
A big day in Boston this Tuesday, with the #2 team in the league, the San Jose Sharks, in town. Adding to the story line is the return of former Bruin Joe Thornton to Boston. The B's former captain will be making his second return to his Boston since his '05 trade. His first visit didn't get past the first period, when he was tossed for a hit from behind. Game's on Versus!
Despite Manny's relatively strong start, his first in more than a month, the Bruins found themselves facing another overtime, their second in as many games. With a 3-1 lead after the first frame, the B's and Manny let the stubborn Flyers back in the game. The B's lost the extra point when Randy Jones' shot careened off Andrew Ference and angled into the net.
Penalty Box: A minor penalty to the awfulness of facial fractures
The B's lost a lot of talent in their lineup with Michael Ryder being out indefinitely with the facial fracture he sustained the previous game versus Ottawa.
A big day in Boston this Tuesday, with the #2 team in the league, the San Jose Sharks, in town. Adding to the story line is the return of former Bruin Joe Thornton to Boston. The B's former captain will be making his second return to his Boston since his '05 trade. His first visit didn't get past the first period, when he was tossed for a hit from behind. Game's on Versus!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
B's Stuff Sens in Shootout
The Bruins were able to pull out the win after an epic shootout. It was an unlikely hero, veteran PJ Axelsson with the goal in round 5 to give the Bruins the 2 points. Thomas produced save after spectacular save to turn away all 5 Ottawa shooters after keeping his net empty in an action-packed overtime.
The game started out well for the B's, who held a 2-0 lead in the 2nd with goals from Wheeler and Chara. Ottawa, however, would come storming back to hold a 3-2 lead in the third. A high sticking on Michael Ryder, which drew quite a bit of blood and therefore the extra two minutes gave the B's the opportunity they needed to tie the game back up with a goal from Chuck Kobasew. A nice finish to what was the epitome of an up and down game.
Penalty Box: A team penalty for 'falling asleep at the wheel'
Luckily the Bruins were able to wake up after the penalty on Ryder and pull out the win that a first place team should against a team at the bottom of the barrel.
The Bruins will be seeing some familiar faces on Saturday; familiar as they just saw the Philadelphia Flyers Wednesday. Puck drop slated for 1:00. Another lovely Saturday afternoon at the Garden in the making for sure!
The game started out well for the B's, who held a 2-0 lead in the 2nd with goals from Wheeler and Chara. Ottawa, however, would come storming back to hold a 3-2 lead in the third. A high sticking on Michael Ryder, which drew quite a bit of blood and therefore the extra two minutes gave the B's the opportunity they needed to tie the game back up with a goal from Chuck Kobasew. A nice finish to what was the epitome of an up and down game.
Penalty Box: A team penalty for 'falling asleep at the wheel'
Luckily the Bruins were able to wake up after the penalty on Ryder and pull out the win that a first place team should against a team at the bottom of the barrel.
The Bruins will be seeing some familiar faces on Saturday; familiar as they just saw the Philadelphia Flyers Wednesday. Puck drop slated for 1:00. Another lovely Saturday afternoon at the Garden in the making for sure!
Bruins' Bad Boy Lucic Out Tonight...
Word from the Boston Globe and their amazing Bruins' Blog is that Milan Lucic will miss tonight's game in Ottawa. Looch took a puck to the foot last night and is now apparently suffering the effects. Looch reportedly underwent x-rays last night and is experiencing major swelling...
Bruins Top Flyers
The Bruins were able to pull out the decisive victory over the 'Broad Street Bullies' with an excellent goaltending performance. With Timmy only letting in 1 of the 22 shots he faced, the Bruins provided more than enough offensive support to give Timmy the win.
The Bruins stuck first with a goal from Michael Ryder in the second, but the Flyers tied it up with a goal by Scott Hartnell soon after. The Bruins pulled away in the third with goals from Krejci and Dennis Wideman to seal the win.
Penalty Box: Back To Back Games
The Bruins are back in action tonight versus the Ottawa Sens. A tough stretch for the B's, they play back to back games with only a day break before another physical game with the Flyers at home.
The Bruins are in Canada's lovely capital tonight for a matchup with the struggeling Senators. Not a tough matchup, the Bruins will have to maintain focus however after playing the night before.
The Bruins stuck first with a goal from Michael Ryder in the second, but the Flyers tied it up with a goal by Scott Hartnell soon after. The Bruins pulled away in the third with goals from Krejci and Dennis Wideman to seal the win.
Penalty Box: Back To Back Games
The Bruins are back in action tonight versus the Ottawa Sens. A tough stretch for the B's, they play back to back games with only a day break before another physical game with the Flyers at home.
The Bruins are in Canada's lovely capital tonight for a matchup with the struggeling Senators. Not a tough matchup, the Bruins will have to maintain focus however after playing the night before.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
A Winning Weekend
After a minor stumbling block last Thursday with a 5-4 overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils, the Boston Bruins rebounded very nicely with a sweep of this weekend's back to back set.
First up for the Bruins were the New York Rangers on Saturday. With Manny Fernandez still sitting out with back spasms, the 'goalie of the future' Tuukka Rask made his first start of the season. And what a terrific start for Tuukka it was. Turning away all 35 shots he faced, Tuukka scored the shutout with a 1-0 win over the Rangers. Marc Savard scored the only offense the B's would need with a goal in the 2nd period.
The Bruins went right back to work with a Sunday matinee in Montreal. The Bruins remained focus and were able to emerge from 'enemy territory' with a very lovely 3-1 win. Always feels like even more with a win over hated rivals. And with their win, the Bruins amazingly win the season series against the bleu, blanc, et rouge. Timmy stood strong in net, only letting in a Robert Lang goal in the first. The Bruins responded with goals from Wideman, Thornton, and a gutsy empty netter from Savvy. Also stepping up for the team was Patrice Bergeron, who contributed some key face-off wins. Bergeron also got involved in both of the team's major scrums, a rarity for the seemingly mild mannered Bergy.
Penalty Box: Obviously, this one goes without saying. The throwback (circa 1912) jersey's are more than deserving of a major penalty, if not a game misconduct. It looked like the Bruins were taking on Montreal's finest prison team with the multicolored jersey's the Habs were sporting.
The B's are next back in action Wednesday when they take on the Philadelphia Flyers. With the bad blood between these two teams, there are guaranteed fireworks in the making. Also interesting to see how Bergeron will react facing Randy Jones and the Flyers, responsible for Bergy's devastating concussion last season...
First up for the Bruins were the New York Rangers on Saturday. With Manny Fernandez still sitting out with back spasms, the 'goalie of the future' Tuukka Rask made his first start of the season. And what a terrific start for Tuukka it was. Turning away all 35 shots he faced, Tuukka scored the shutout with a 1-0 win over the Rangers. Marc Savard scored the only offense the B's would need with a goal in the 2nd period.
The Bruins went right back to work with a Sunday matinee in Montreal. The Bruins remained focus and were able to emerge from 'enemy territory' with a very lovely 3-1 win. Always feels like even more with a win over hated rivals. And with their win, the Bruins amazingly win the season series against the bleu, blanc, et rouge. Timmy stood strong in net, only letting in a Robert Lang goal in the first. The Bruins responded with goals from Wideman, Thornton, and a gutsy empty netter from Savvy. Also stepping up for the team was Patrice Bergeron, who contributed some key face-off wins. Bergeron also got involved in both of the team's major scrums, a rarity for the seemingly mild mannered Bergy.
Penalty Box: Obviously, this one goes without saying. The throwback (circa 1912) jersey's are more than deserving of a major penalty, if not a game misconduct. It looked like the Bruins were taking on Montreal's finest prison team with the multicolored jersey's the Habs were sporting.
The B's are next back in action Wednesday when they take on the Philadelphia Flyers. With the bad blood between these two teams, there are guaranteed fireworks in the making. Also interesting to see how Bergeron will react facing Randy Jones and the Flyers, responsible for Bergy's devastating concussion last season...
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Bruins Will Return Two More Tonight...
The Bruins will have both Phil Kessel and Michael Ryder in the lineup tonight when they take on the New Jersey Devils at the Garden. Kessel, medically cleared yesterday, has missed the last 6 games with mono. He has been deemed medically ready to go but it has been reported that he will be wearing a protective wrap around his midsection to protect his spleen.
Also returning will be Michael Ryder who missed Tuesday's game with the flu. Still on the sidelines for the B's is Manny Fernandez, who has back issues. Tuukka Rask will back up Timmy tonight in net.
Also returning will be Michael Ryder who missed Tuesday's game with the flu. Still on the sidelines for the B's is Manny Fernandez, who has back issues. Tuukka Rask will back up Timmy tonight in net.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Bruins Edge Caps in Overtime
With the emotional return of Patrice Bergeron, Milan Lucic, and Andrew Ference, the rejuvated Boston lineup was able to pull out a big win versus Washington in overtime. After giving up the early goal, the Bruins would play catchup all night. After tieing the game 1-1 in the first, they would only find themselves down a goal again just seconds before the first intermission. Marc Savard would tie the game up 2-2 in the 2nd period with the assist from the returning Bergeron.
The game remained tied at the end of regulation. But a very timely goal by David Krejci secured the 2 points for the Bruins. The extra point for the B's now puts them 11 points ahead of the 2nd place Caps.
Penalty Box: Marc Savard for jumping the gun with his penatly 7 seconds in
Savvy wasn't so Savvy with his High Sticking which basically led to the Caps early goal. Luckily he settled down nicely and turned in another spectacular outing. Solid for the B's all season.
The black and gold will next see action Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. Gametime is 7 and luckily the boys are back on NESN (awesome as I don't get VS at school!)!!!!!!!!!!
The game remained tied at the end of regulation. But a very timely goal by David Krejci secured the 2 points for the Bruins. The extra point for the B's now puts them 11 points ahead of the 2nd place Caps.
Penalty Box: Marc Savard for jumping the gun with his penatly 7 seconds in
Savvy wasn't so Savvy with his High Sticking which basically led to the Caps early goal. Luckily he settled down nicely and turned in another spectacular outing. Solid for the B's all season.
The black and gold will next see action Thursday against the New Jersey Devils. Gametime is 7 and luckily the boys are back on NESN (awesome as I don't get VS at school!)!!!!!!!!!!
Bergeron Cleared to Play!!!
Injured center Patrice Bergeron has been cleared to play and will be in the line-up tonight versus the Washington Capitals. Bergeron (Bergy), has been out since Dec. 20 when he suffered another concussion, his second in 14 months. Much less severe than his first last season, which caused him to miss all but ten games, Bergeron has recovered quickly and will bring back to the team his superior hockey sense. Reports out of Boston news sources speculate that Bergeron's return may not be to his usual center position, but to the wing position. Bergeron has not played wing since his rookie year in Boston. According to the reports, Bergeron's position tonight will be determined by the availability of Michael Ryder, who is sick.
Also returning tonight for the B's will be Milan Lucic and Andrew Ference! Phil Kessel has also been seen working out with the team.
The addition of Bergy, Looch, and Ference should provide a huge boost for the team against the 2nd place Capitals tonight!
Also returning tonight for the B's will be Milan Lucic and Andrew Ference! Phil Kessel has also been seen working out with the team.
The addition of Bergy, Looch, and Ference should provide a huge boost for the team against the 2nd place Capitals tonight!
Bruins Help East Take All-Star Game
The 2009 All-Star Game lived up to tradition as an offensive explosion. With lead changes throughout the game, the third period (the East anchored in net that period by the spectacular Timmy) ended in a 11-11 tie. Timmy remained strong in the net and the overtime period ended scoreless. The East All-Stars shined in the Shootout and behind Tank Thomas they won the shootout and the game 12-11.
Contributing for the Bruins were Savvy, who tallied 3 assists. Chara recorded one shot on goal and lent his intimidating presence to the Eastern Defense. Timmy gave a tremendous effort and should have won game MVP, which Montreal player Alex Kovalev (home town bias???)
Contributing for the Bruins were Savvy, who tallied 3 assists. Chara recorded one shot on goal and lent his intimidating presence to the Eastern Defense. Timmy gave a tremendous effort and should have won game MVP, which Montreal player Alex Kovalev (home town bias???)
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Chara Sets New Record, Timmy and Savvy Make Mockery of the Shootout
Big Z perfected the three-peat in the hardest shot competition and in the process set a new record. Z's shot of 105.4 is the hardest/fastest shot in the history of the Super Skills competition. Even more impressive was Chara's actions before the competition. Chara organized the effort for every player to put up their own money into the pot for the charity of the winners' choice. Also donating were the players' respective clubs. The final total ended up at $24,000. With Z getting the win, the money went to the Right To Play organization. Simply an amazing person on and off the ice.
After the Hardest Shot came the extremley entertaining Elimination Shootout. Timmy was excellent against the All-Stars and provided some very acrobatic saves. Savvy stole the show however, and the self-described 'passer' ended up as the runner-up. A HUGE assist to Timmy however, who gave Savvy a perfect five-hole shot to put him through to the next round. Huge grins on the faces of both players as they high-fived each other after their little bit of trickery.
Also adding to the night was Savvy's very insightful commentary on the Versus channel. Very nice Savvy! Maybe a future career in broadcasting??? Overall a very fun night, highlighted by Alex Ovechkin's outfit during the Breakaway Challenge (he got my vote!)
On to tomorrow with the actual All-Star Game from Montreal. Hopefully our Bruins can provide some fantastic memories like they did last year with Savvy's game winner!
After the Hardest Shot came the extremley entertaining Elimination Shootout. Timmy was excellent against the All-Stars and provided some very acrobatic saves. Savvy stole the show however, and the self-described 'passer' ended up as the runner-up. A HUGE assist to Timmy however, who gave Savvy a perfect five-hole shot to put him through to the next round. Huge grins on the faces of both players as they high-fived each other after their little bit of trickery.
Also adding to the night was Savvy's very insightful commentary on the Versus channel. Very nice Savvy! Maybe a future career in broadcasting??? Overall a very fun night, highlighted by Alex Ovechkin's outfit during the Breakaway Challenge (he got my vote!)
On to tomorrow with the actual All-Star Game from Montreal. Hopefully our Bruins can provide some fantastic memories like they did last year with Savvy's game winner!
Wheeler Shines in Youngstars Game
Blake Wheeler was named Youngstars game MVP at the Superskills Competition. Wheels contributed 3 goals to the Rookies 9-5 defeat of the sophomores. Wheels gets to take home a nice trophy as well as some nice memories of some gorgeous goals against evil Hab goalie Cary Price. Too bad big Milan Lucic had to bow out of competing on the sophomore team due to injury. It would have been priceless to see Wheels and Looch square off!
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Bruins Storm back to Take Shootout vs Leafs
Trailing 3-1 in the third period, two goals by Dennis Wideman and Zdeno Chara tied up the game at three all. For the second game in a row, the Bruins headed into overtime. After a tense bit of overtime, which saw the Leafs go on a 4-3 man advantage after Martin St. Pierre's (and his gigantic stick's) hooking penalty. The B's were able to hold off Toronto and the Bruins were once again headed to a shootout. After some nice stops by Timmy, and a very nice wrist shot from Michael Ryder, the Bruins found themselves the winners of the game and the two points. A nice way to begin the All-Star Break!
Penalty Box: After much deliberation, Martin St. Pierre's penalty for stupidly taking a penalty with 1:40 left in overtime has been revoked for his nice Shootout goal to keep it goin' for the Bruins. A quick turn around from zero to hero for Mr. St. Pierre.
The Bruins are off for the All-Star Break! With Timmy (Tim Thomas), Savvy (Marc Savard), Big Z (Zdeno Chara), Wheels (Blake Wheeler), and Coach Julien off to Montreal for the festivities, the rest of the Bruins will enjoy a much deserved break. The team will re-group Monday Jan. 26 in preparation of their game Tuesday versus this season's nemesis, the Washington Caps and Alex Ovechkin. Another BIG game for the B's.
On to the All-Star game starting this Saturday with the skills competition! Big Z will look to defend his title of NHL's Hardest shot and Blake Wheeler will take place in the Young Stars game. Can't wait!
Penalty Box: After much deliberation, Martin St. Pierre's penalty for stupidly taking a penalty with 1:40 left in overtime has been revoked for his nice Shootout goal to keep it goin' for the Bruins. A quick turn around from zero to hero for Mr. St. Pierre.
The Bruins are off for the All-Star Break! With Timmy (Tim Thomas), Savvy (Marc Savard), Big Z (Zdeno Chara), Wheels (Blake Wheeler), and Coach Julien off to Montreal for the festivities, the rest of the Bruins will enjoy a much deserved break. The team will re-group Monday Jan. 26 in preparation of their game Tuesday versus this season's nemesis, the Washington Caps and Alex Ovechkin. Another BIG game for the B's.
On to the All-Star game starting this Saturday with the skills competition! Big Z will look to defend his title of NHL's Hardest shot and Blake Wheeler will take place in the Young Stars game. Can't wait!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Early Updates from Toronto...
From the Boston Globe's Bruins Blog:
Some early updates from Toronto and the Air Canada Centre. Tonights starting goalie is still a toss-up between Manny and Timmy. Hopefully Manny gets the nod so Timmy can get some rest before his big game in Montreal! Ward is a game-time decision as well...
Some early updates from Toronto and the Air Canada Centre. Tonights starting goalie is still a toss-up between Manny and Timmy. Hopefully Manny gets the nod so Timmy can get some rest before his big game in Montreal! Ward is a game-time decision as well...
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Blue Time in Boston: Bruins Lose in Shootout
After a dramatic comeback in the third period, the team saw their lead disappear in the final few seconds against the St. Louis Blues. A controversial goal, and a very long review, the goal stood and the game headed to overtime. A scoreless overtime lead to a shootout. St. Louis took the shootout against Tim Thomas and won the game 5-4.
With the point that they were able to earn, the Bruins now stand at 71, still tied with the San Jose Sharks for the top spot in the league. More positive news for the Bruins included Head Coach Claude Julien hinting that many of the Bruins' injured might be well enough to make a return to their line-up after this weekend's All-Star game. Lucic also will not participate in the Youngstars game during this weekend's All-Star festivities. The return on Bergeron, Lucic, and even possible Ference would be a major boost for the club during their "slump."
More good news on the injury front with Dennis Wideman showing no ill-effects of the knee check from Alex Ovechkin. Wideman earned a point on an assist on PJ Axelsson's goal during his 26:27 of ice time.
Penalty Box: A double minor of 4 minutes to the Bruins offense for lacking energy
The Bruins offense seemed flat for not only the first two periods, but also in the Overtime. Blake Wheeler also missed an empty net to secure the Bruins the win.
The Bruins will see one more game Wednesday before breaking for the All-Star break. The Bruins will be in Toronto to face division rival the Toronto Maple Leafs. Always a good match up between these two Original Six members.
With the point that they were able to earn, the Bruins now stand at 71, still tied with the San Jose Sharks for the top spot in the league. More positive news for the Bruins included Head Coach Claude Julien hinting that many of the Bruins' injured might be well enough to make a return to their line-up after this weekend's All-Star game. Lucic also will not participate in the Youngstars game during this weekend's All-Star festivities. The return on Bergeron, Lucic, and even possible Ference would be a major boost for the club during their "slump."
More good news on the injury front with Dennis Wideman showing no ill-effects of the knee check from Alex Ovechkin. Wideman earned a point on an assist on PJ Axelsson's goal during his 26:27 of ice time.
Penalty Box: A double minor of 4 minutes to the Bruins offense for lacking energy
The Bruins offense seemed flat for not only the first two periods, but also in the Overtime. Blake Wheeler also missed an empty net to secure the Bruins the win.
The Bruins will see one more game Wednesday before breaking for the All-Star break. The Bruins will be in Toronto to face division rival the Toronto Maple Leafs. Always a good match up between these two Original Six members.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Caps Outplay Bruins
'Crazy Eight' and co. have struck again. The Capitals 2-1 win over the Bruins have put the season series at Caps 2, Bruins 0. Not a good situation for the B's with the Caps slowly creeping up and challenging for the #1 spot in the conference.
A hard fought game on the Bruins part, it just seemed that they could not escape the devastating injuries that just seem to keep piling up. Missing in action for the Bruins were forwards Milan Lucic (upper body), Patrice Bergeron (concussion), defensemen Aaron Ward (charley horse- seriously, on and injury report!?!), and Andrew Ference (broken leg.) And the long-term injured: forwards Phil Kessel (mono) and Marco Sturm, out for the season with knee surgery. After the nasty knee-check that Dennis Wideman took from Alex Ovechkin last night, it wouldn't be suprising if he joined the Bruins corps. of the walking wounded.
Goaltender Tim Thomas played well, put found himself outplayed by Caps goalie Jose Theadore. The Bruins were able to get some good shots off, such as Marc Savard's (Savvy) goal in the second period. But Washington's offense was able to come away with two goals from Thomas by Mike Green and a hard shot by Alexander Semin that shot right over Timmy's head.
And now for my special game report feature: the Penalty Box. After every game I hope to assign a 'penalty' for bad or stupid play (both on and off the field).
Penalty Box: 2 minutes on the Injury Bug for just plain unfairness.
After all the injuries the Bruins have had to face this year, they continue to pile up. First Ward the game before re-aggravating his 'Charley Horse' to Wides almost getting his leg taken off by Ovie.
Some good news before the game --- both Andrew Ference and Patrice Bergeron were both removed from the injury report. Good to see Ference progressing nicely from his fractured tibia. Even more nice to see Patrice Bergeron (my favorite player) working his way back from his second devastating concussion in 14 months.
Next game for the Bruins: This Monday, Jan. 19. An afternoon matinee at 1:00 versus the St. Louis Blues. Looking forward to seeing ex-Bruin Brad Boyes!
A hard fought game on the Bruins part, it just seemed that they could not escape the devastating injuries that just seem to keep piling up. Missing in action for the Bruins were forwards Milan Lucic (upper body), Patrice Bergeron (concussion), defensemen Aaron Ward (charley horse- seriously, on and injury report!?!), and Andrew Ference (broken leg.) And the long-term injured: forwards Phil Kessel (mono) and Marco Sturm, out for the season with knee surgery. After the nasty knee-check that Dennis Wideman took from Alex Ovechkin last night, it wouldn't be suprising if he joined the Bruins corps. of the walking wounded.
Goaltender Tim Thomas played well, put found himself outplayed by Caps goalie Jose Theadore. The Bruins were able to get some good shots off, such as Marc Savard's (Savvy) goal in the second period. But Washington's offense was able to come away with two goals from Thomas by Mike Green and a hard shot by Alexander Semin that shot right over Timmy's head.
And now for my special game report feature: the Penalty Box. After every game I hope to assign a 'penalty' for bad or stupid play (both on and off the field).
Penalty Box: 2 minutes on the Injury Bug for just plain unfairness.
After all the injuries the Bruins have had to face this year, they continue to pile up. First Ward the game before re-aggravating his 'Charley Horse' to Wides almost getting his leg taken off by Ovie.
Some good news before the game --- both Andrew Ference and Patrice Bergeron were both removed from the injury report. Good to see Ference progressing nicely from his fractured tibia. Even more nice to see Patrice Bergeron (my favorite player) working his way back from his second devastating concussion in 14 months.
Next game for the Bruins: This Monday, Jan. 19. An afternoon matinee at 1:00 versus the St. Louis Blues. Looking forward to seeing ex-Bruin Brad Boyes!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Somethin's Bruin in Boston
Welcome to my Bruins Blog! This blog will be dedicated to chronicling the amazing Boston Bruins '08-'09 season from the season's midway point. Preseason picks had the Bruins virtually last, but this talented group has shocked the league with their position of 1st place in the league.
A native New Englander, I am a huge Boston Bruins fan. In the last few seasons, this 'Band of Bruins' have captured my interest and I now proudly call myself a die-hard Bruins fan after years of single-minded devotion to only to the Red Sox and Patriots. Despite being an out of town fan, I try to catch each and every Bruins game (thanks Directv and NESN!)
Throughout the rest of the season, I hope to provide game reports, news, and my general thoughts and opinions on the Bruins.
A native New Englander, I am a huge Boston Bruins fan. In the last few seasons, this 'Band of Bruins' have captured my interest and I now proudly call myself a die-hard Bruins fan after years of single-minded devotion to only to the Red Sox and Patriots. Despite being an out of town fan, I try to catch each and every Bruins game (thanks Directv and NESN!)
Throughout the rest of the season, I hope to provide game reports, news, and my general thoughts and opinions on the Bruins.
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