Team Timmy or Team Tuukka

To tell you the truth, I don't know the exact point where the story of the 2 Bruins goalies turned into the hockey version of the Twilight Saga, but apparently it did. We're about to play game 4 of the season and fans are already choosing sides. I mean seriously, yes, I do have my favorite out of the 2, who doesn't? And I'm sure Im guilty of this, but to complain just because your favorite goalie isn't getting the start is just plain stupid. And annoying.

Tim Thomas will be getting the start will be getting the start tonight against the Caps. I agree with the choice. Now before all you Team Tuukka people cut my throat out, let me explain. Or I can let Thomas' numbers eplain for themself: .984 save%, 0.50 GAA, 2nd in each of those categories; and a 2-0 win record. Yes, I agree, no one can rule Tuukka out because his first game wasn't the best, but why rule out Timmy? Yea sure, there was last season, but right now we're playing in this season, and so far Timmy's numbers are good for this year.

To be honest, all choices are made and should be made for the better of the team. If Tim Thomas is the starter for the game, I'll be happy. If Tuukka is the starter, I'll be happy then too, because he is also a part of the team, and he played a game where the loss wasn't completely his fault.

And to make another point, we have probably one of the best goalie pairs in the NHL. Both are good, both are dependable. I don't understand why some Bruins fans are choosing sides when we have 2 goalies who can both perfectly win a game. Not many teams have that. Then again, some teams don't even have 1 goalie thats good.

So if I had to choose a team, it would have to be team Bruins. If either goalie started, I'd be okay knowing that we always have the chance of winning the game. Now where do you stand? If you a person who prefers a goalie, which one?

Bruins Posessed the Devils

After almost a week since their last game in Prague, the Bruins beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1. Quite the physical game, overall the B's played a great game. All the goals of the game were scored in the 2nd period.

Tim Thomas started in his 2nd straight game in net, and showed why he deserved to be there. Thomas made 31 overall saves, a few of them spectaculer and important. This game, along with the start from last Sunday, just may be a sign the 2008-2009 Thomas is back in form.

The first goal of the game was scored by New Jersey's Dainius Zubrus 3:45 into the 2nd period. After that, the B's had 4 unanswered goals to pull them to the win. Rookie Jordan Caron got his first NHL goal of his career to tie the game 5:38 into the 2nd period. Rookie Tyler Seguin then got his first assist of his NHL career, when Michael Ryder scored 5 minutes later. At 16:43, Shawn Thorton got his first goal since October 3 of last season, putting the B's up 3-1. Finally, at 18:09 in the 2nd period, Milan Lucic scored the 4th Bruins goal.

Overall, the Bruins played a great game. They were physical, scored goals, and made important saves. They played like they wanted to win. If I must say so myself, if the Bruins keep this up, they will have so much more success than last season.

Now, what do you think of the Bruins' play tonight? Leave your opinion in a comment below.

Prague Ends In a Split

For those that missed the opening Bruins series in Prague over the weekend, it ended in a split, 1-1, against the Coyotes.

It was a good start for rookie Tyler Seguin, who got his first regular season NHL goal on Sunday. Nathan Horton, also new to the team, had a good start himself on Saturday, providing the only 2 Bruins goals of the game.

Tuukka Rask took the start, along with the loss, in the season opener on Saturday. Tim Thomas had the start, and win, on Sunday.

The second game overall was better than the first. On Sunday, the Bruins played with more emotion and grit. This helped lead them to the win.

Though they've only played 2 games so far, and their next game isn't until this Saturday, I'm optomistic that this is the year of the bear. The front office made some needed improvements during the offseason, and they started to show on Sunday.

Hopefully, Marc Savard will recover soon enough and add to those improvements. With a 1-1 record to begin with. I can only see this team going up, and I hope its true.

What are your predictions for the season? Comment below with what you think.

Hockey Season is Upon Us

Tonight is the first game Boston Bruins game fans get to see at the garden since May. Though it is just a rookie game and "doesn't count", it is a game after all and there will be black and gold. Both of the 2 games will be played against the Islander rookies at the TD Garden, tonight and tomorrow at 7. Tickets are at a great price of $5.

After the rookie games is the preseason, which starts next Wednesday, September 22. Though these games technically "don't count" either, they are a foresight into how the team will be doing during the regular season. Or at least thats the way I see it. And thats why I'll be watching.

Now mind you, there are only a few preseason games. Then on October 9 is the official start of the regualr season for the Boston Bruins. Really not that far away, but it feels like forever. Then again it just might be me. Or maybe not.

I may not be alone in saying that knowing Bruins games are in the very near future makes me extremely happy. But we'll see. I will be at the rookie game tomorrow night, Sept. 16, so I'll be keeping you all updated on twitter of whats going on. I hope to see some of you there.

Seguin is a Done Deal

As of today, the Bruins signed 2nd overall draft pick Tyler Seguin to a 3-year entry level deal, worth $800k with a bonus. I cannot wait to see how well he does on the ice, and I'm sure, as do the rest of you. Literally every B's fan has been has been waiting to see if this deal would be done, and it was.

I don't think it positively effects our cap situation, but I DO think it is a good deal. Seguin will for sure help the lacking offense on the team. That is if the Marc Savard rumors don't ever come true. He is young, gives me a new person to fangirl over (sorry Looch, I need someone closer to my age. I still love you though.), and yet he still has to prove he has good hockey skills, I'm sure he does. Not to put all my eggs in 1 basket or anything.

So now we wait 49 days for the pres-season to start, and 66 days sor the first day of regular season to see how this all pans out. Am I positive about this? Yes. Now I want to know what you think.

Bruins Keep Making Moves In Off-season

The first move in the month of July is the resigning of Daniel Paille. He was signed to a 2-year contract extension. Paille spent most of the 2009-2010 season with the Bruins, playing only 2 games with the Buffalo Sabres. Of the time he spent here, he has been a significant presence. Hopefully he can continue that.

The B's have also signed three-year veteran, 2 of which were with the Bruins, Jeremy Reich to a 1 year contract. In the two years Reich spent in Boston (2006-2008) he played in 90 games and totaled 2-3=5 with 141 PIM. Hopefully this time around he can make an impact.

Lastly this week, the B's have announced their roster of players expected to play during Development Camp. The Camp is expected to take place July 6-10. Among this list are newly aquired Tyler Seguin, Yuri Alexandrov, and David Warsofsy, among others. Every day of this camp inludes a practice at Ristuccia Center. More new invloving the camp will come during the next week. Until then we'll have to see what other moves Peter Chiarelli decides to make.

Epic Bruins Stuff

Let me start of with the goodness of the Bruins resigning Johnny Boychuk. This is one extension the literally everyone wanted to happen. JBoy was signed to a 2 year deal putting him through the 2011-2012 season. He's one player everyone is glad to have back.

Another great story I like to hear is that Mark Recchi is staying with the team. Though he is older than 99% of the players in the NHL, Recchi still has so much life in him. At the age of 42, he is still a great player, still better than some younger than him, and 'm glad he is staying.

Now, the news of all news, the Boston Bruins, with the number 2 pick, pick..... Tyler Seguin. The Edmonton Oilers, with the first pick overall, pick Taylor Hall (not really much of a surprise if you think abou it), therefore leaving the Bruins with the choice of Tyler Seguin. I like it. Though, I admit, I would have prefered Hall, the more I think about ending up with Seguin, the more I like it. Unlike Taylor, Tyler has the ability to play both wing AND center. Taylor is just a winger. Though we have enough centers on the team already, I think Seguin's ability to play it can come in handy whenever we need him to do so. Plus if you think about it, Patrice Bergeron started off the same way. He came into the league playing the wing, then eventually moved to center. I have a feeling Seguin will eventually do the same thing. Add you, he has great scoring ability. Now all we have to do is wait and see how he makes out.

Now I want to know what you guys think of these desicions. So you can comment below, anonymously if you want, and tell me your opinions.

A Bruins Trade and Other Stories

As most of you know already, the Boston Bruins made a trade today. While I was on Twitter I noticed that there were a few people who disagreed with it, but mostly the feedback was positive and respectful towards the people involved. The trade in question is the one that brought Nate Horton and Gregory Campbell from Florida to the B's. In return, the Bruins sent over Dennis Wideman, the 15th draft pick for this year's draft, and a 3rd round pick in next years draft.

Overall, I think this is a good move made by Peter Chiarelli. It opens up a little bit of salary cap space, therefore making it easier to resign both Johnny Boychuck and Mark Stuart (both people needed back). Also, with the NHL Draft coming up in a few days and either Taylor Hall or Tyler Seguin coming to the team, that is some added scoring, something the Bruins needed this past season.

Now, I'm just gonna get this out there, there were a lot of rumors that Marc Savard was going to get out of his contract, and therefore go to another team. According to reliable sources, this is not true. And I'm glad its not true. I don't want to see Saavy go to another team. He's too important to the team and to the fans to go somewhere else.

But someone who might be out of their contract soon though is Tim Thomas. I'm sad to say this, but unfortunately the Bruins are shopping Thomas around. It doesn't come as a surprise after the year he has had, but Timmy is personally one of my favorite players I don't want to see go. Then again, if he is going to have more success somewhere else I will gladly still cheer him on, though keeping my allegiance to the black and gold. One question though that I saw someone on twitter ask in general, and its a very good one: who's going to be the backup goalie for Tuukka Rask? This is a question that will probably be answered after Thomas is gone, if he does end up getting traded.

Now that the draft is coming up and the rumor mill is in full swing, the will be more posts to come. Till then, comment with what you think about all the stuff in this one. I'm interested in whats on your mind.

In Other Bruins News

Since the season ended for the Bruins a few things have happened already. Two players have been resigned, signed a new player to an entry level contract, and a former-and-yet-classic Bruin got a major promotion. Just so you know, its been a month since our season has ended.

But anyways, unless you've been living under a rock, you have heard that recently Cam Neely was promoted to President of the team. Now who doesn't love this? If you don't you got a problem. No offense. The only thing that most of us would love more than this is if Neely became president of the country. I feel a campaign coming on.

But until that campaign starts, I should tell you that the Bruins have resigned to major players. The first player was Shawn Thornton, who was signed to 2-year contract extension. This will put him with a spoked B on his chest through the 2011-2012 season. The other person with a spoked B that was resigned was Dennis Seidenberg. Now this extension was for 4 years, and will keep him here until the 2013-2014 season.

The last little piece of news is that the Boston Bruins have signed Yuri Alexandrov to an entry-level contract. Now I know most of you probably don't know who he is (cuz neither do I really), so I'll tell you what I found about him. He is a 21-year-old from Cherepovets, Russia, and has been playing for his hometown team, the Cherepovets Severstal, for the past 5 seasons. During his five seasons for Cherepovets, Alexandrov has skated in 206 regular season games and has notched 16-27-43 totals. He has also appeared in 15 postseason contests. He is 6' 1", 185 pounds. He was selected 37th overall by the Bruins in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. That is what I found about Alexandrov. Hopefully we'll see some good of him in the future.

This is all the news that has happened in the past month. I'll be here the next time something big happens. Till then, keep a Hall or Seguin in balck and gold in your dreams.

Talking About Embarrassment

Sorry this post came a few days late but I was totally stunned by the current state of the Boston Bruins. I still can wrap my mind around it. For those of you who don't know, the Bruins were kicked out of the playoffs by the Philadelphia Flyers, in a series that at one point was 3-0 in favor of Boston. Only 2 teams in NHL History before now have ever blown a 3-0 series lead to lose. Now Boston is number 3 on that list.

I will admit that the Flyers played a better game 7 than us. But there is no reason Boston shouldn't have been the team to move on. If the B's had played games 4, 5, or 6 the way the played game 1-3 there would have been no need for a game 7. The Bruins would also be playing the Montreal Canadiens right now in the Eastern Conference Finals.

I'm sure I am not the only one still in any sort of denial, still a little bit hurt. Hell I'll admit I'm also a little bit bitter. You know why? That was our series to win, but we couldn't get it together to move on. So here we go waiting till September with still a small tear in our eyes.

What a Biting Game

Coming off an emotional game 1 win from Saturday, the Bruins won again 3-2 against the Philadelphia. In the midst, Marc Savard provided another story to tell, even though it wasn't exactly as epic as his goal on Saturday, but it was still good. After a rough up with Daniel Carcillo, it was claimed that Savard bit Carcillo on the fingers. According to Savard, Carcillo tried to pull his front teeth out and there was no biting involved. Apparently its elementary school all over again with finger pointing.

The Bruins were the first ones to score, again, with a goal in the first period from Johnny Boychuck. The winning goal was scored late in the third period by Milan Lucic, who has been having a couple troubles since his return from the high ankle sprain. He had 1 goal since March 25 and this was his first goal in the playoffs. For him, it was a relief and also a surprise. He wasn't expecting it to go in, nevermind the game winner.

Over all, it was another exciting game that was full of emotion and good plays. Now the Bruins have the lead in the series at 2-0, as they head to Philly for the next 2 games. The Flyers also have a perfect record at home during the playoffs, meaning the Bruins will have a little bit more of a challenge. The next game is Wednesday night at 7:00 on Versus.

The Happy Dance Done Around the Garden

Raise your hand if you thought the Bruins game would end the way it did. I certainly didn't, but I'm sure as hell glad it happened. For those who missed the glorious moment, in the winding moments of overtime, Marc Savard, with his only shot of the game (his first one in 2 months by the way), led the Bruins to a 5-4 win over the Philladelphia Flyers. And thus starts celebration and numberous happy dances. And a couple of tears.

Even though it was only game one of the series, it was by far the most memorable of any moment in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The game has a whole was well played, with both teams going to the net, and both goalies coming up with major saves.

There was lots of action. I would have traded in the little catch-up the Philly had. But that means I would also have to trade in arguably the best ending to a game, and I wouldn't do that for the world. So till the next epic win, keep dancing Savvy.

Bruins Hoping to be Lucky

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past week, you know that Bruins made it to the playoffs. After a season of hell for everyone involved, they were able to get a playoff berth with a win against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Now, for what we hope to be better, the first round of the playoffs start on Thursday April 15 against the Buffalo Sabres, a team the B's played well against in the regular season. Boston was able to win the season series 4-2. Even with this good little stat, the playoff are almost like a whole new season, so we'll have to see what happens with that.

Another thing the Bruins hope to have luck with is the NHL Draft Lottery. It will be on Versus at 8:00 p.m. on April 13, and then the NHL Network at 9. Rarely have we seen the B's get any luck during the draft lottery. But all we can do is dream right? Because with the right draft pick so many good things can happen for this team.

So with so many important things happening in one week, right now, all we can do is hope and pray that everything goes for the best. As Boston sports fans we've all been doing this for years, so this might not seem any different than any other year. But if the Bruins do get that little bit of luck, they will do well at the Draft Lottery, and be able to make at least to round 2 of the playoffs without any trouble.

Bruins Secure Place in Playoffs

In a game of pure excitement, the Boston Bruins were able to get the win against the Carolina Hurricanes, 4-2, and secure their place in the playoffs. The Bruins scored 3 short handed goals in a row on a powerkill in the 2nd period. All of this happened in a record 64 seconds. The goals were scored by Daniel Paille, Blake Wheeler, and Steve Begin respectively. Milan Lucic scored the 4th and final goal with 1 minute remaining in the final period. Tuukka Rask made 33 saves in the game.

But none of that was the most strangest part of the game. About three minutes into the third period, the Bruins had the puck in the Hurricanes' zone when a delayed penalty was called and they pulled Rask. But an errant pass came out of the zone, bounced off the boards at center ice and headed toward the empty net.

Going into the game needing only one more point to make it into the playoffs, going into overtime would have done it, but that was completely unnecessary. The Bruins come out 2 points ahead of Montreal, and 3 points ahead of the Rangers and Flyers. One of those 3 teams will not be making it to the playoffs.

So with one more game left in the season, and on the road, the Bruins can relax a little more, knowing they are in the playoffs. Bruins fans everywhere can now also relax. All in all, this was a great game to have happen. NO doubt about it.

Bruins Still hoping for Playoff Spot

The Boston Bruins go into the game this afternoon still vying for a playoff spot. With 2 more games left, the B's still don't have a playoff berth. At 1 o'clock this afternoon, the Bruins take on the Carolina Hurricanes, playing at home, a place they have had some struggles.

This game is the last of four meetings between these two teams. The Bruins took 2 out of those 3 games, the last one coming on March 16 at Carolina.

For the Bruins, Patrice Bergeron has a goal and an assist in three games, Miroslav Satan has 3 goals in three games, Dennis Wideman has 2 goals and an assist in three games, and Zdeno Chara has 3 assists in three games.

For the Bruins, Marc Savrd (concussion) is on injured reserve, and Andrew Ferrence (groin), Dennis Seidenberg (wrist), Mark Stuart (hand) and Shawn Thornton (upper-body) are day-to-day.

The puck drops at 1:00 p.m., with coverage starting at 12:30. The game will be on NESN.

Bruins Come Back to Defeat Sabres

The Boston Bruins may not have gotten the first goal of the game, but they were able to come back with 3 goals of their own to beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-1. The goals for Boston were scored by Miroslav Satan, Dennis Wideman, and Mark Recchi. Tuukka Rask had 33 saves in the game. The only Buffalo goal was scored by Derek Roy.

The Bruins are tied with Montreal in points at 87, but are ahead in the standings because they have 1 game in hand. The Flyers are 1 point behind, and the New York Rangers are in 9th 3 points behind the B's.

The Bruins have two regular season games left, playing the Carolina Hurricanes at home on Saturday and traveling to Washington the play the Capitals on Sunday. But they aren't thinking of the playoffs yet, even though if they were to start tomorrow, they'd be facing the Sabres in the first round.

Bruins Get a Must Win against Toronto

In a very important game, The Bruins got the win over the Toronto Maple Leafs with a score of 2-1. On the eve of Easter, Miroslav Satan scored both goals for the Bruins, the first one in the 2nd period and the winning goal in overtime.

The Bruins are currently 7th in the East. Toronto has been stuck at the bottom of the East standings for almost two months, but coach Ron Wilson doesn't think his team is as far removed from the pack as it seems. The Maple Leafs have lost 14 of their 22 games that have been stretched past regulation time.

It was another frustrating game for Toronto's Phil Kessel, who spent time in the dressing room during the third period with what Wilson said was a cramp. The winger failed to score in six games against his former team and finished with just one assist and a minus-5 rating while facing the Bruins this season.

D Andrew Bodnarchuck made his NHL debut for the Bruins. Andrew Ference, Shawn Thornton, Trent Witfield and Mark Stuart sat out for the Bruins. Boston D Dennis Seidenberg left the game in the first period with a cut on his left wrist and didn't return.

Bruins Hope for a Win Against Toronto

Tonight is the final of six meetings between the Boston Bruins and the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Bruins lead the series 3-2. The last time these two teams played was on March 9, with Toronto taking the win.

The race for the last three playoff spots in the Eastern Conference will come down to a photo finish as the Bruins, the Flyers and the Canadiens have flip-flopped spots over the last few weeks. Montreal is currently in 6th place, with a win over the Flyers last night, and currently have 84 points. The Bruins and the Flyers are both 2 points behind with 82 points.

Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask leads the League with a goals-against average of 1.99 and a save percentage of .930. He is 3-2-0 in his last six with a 1.26 GAA and two shutouts. Patrice Bergeron has four points in his last five games. For the Leafs, Stalberg has three goals in his last two games, while former Bruin Phil Kessel leads Toronto with 55 points, but has yet to score against his former team this season.

Defenseman Andrew Ference (groin/hernia) did not make the trip to Toronto. Shawn Thornton missed Thursday’s game with an upper-body injury, but practiced on Friday. Maple Leafs defensemen Mike Komisarek (shoulder surgery) and Mike Van Ryn (left knee surgery) will not return this season.

The puck drops at 7:00 P.M. The game can be caught on NESN with coverage starting at 6:30 as usual.

Bruins Haninging on by a String

With 36 shots on goal, and 90 total shots, the Bruins came out with a loss against the Florida Panthers, 1-0, at the TD Garden. The Bruins have struggled to win at home all season. Luckily, the B's came out of this game still tied for the final 3 playoff spots, and they have 5 more games of the season to play.

Scott Ballard was the only person that scored in the game, which came in the first period and was eventually the winning goal for Florida. It was Ballard's first goal against the Bruins.

The Bruins' loss left them tied with Montreal and Philadelphia in sixth, with Atlanta two points back in ninth and the New York Rangers another two points back in 10th. At least two of these teams will be left out of the playoff mix.

Tuukka Rask was selected the Seventh Player in an online vote of Bruins fans for going above and beyond the call of duty. Bruins forward Shawn Thornton missed the game with an undisclosed injury. Florida and Boston each have five games remaining.

6 games left, Bruins take on Panthers

With 6 games left in the regular season, the desperate Boston Bruins take on the Florida Panthers. This will be the fourth and final meeting between these two teams. The B's took 2 out of the first 3 games.

Even though there are only 6 games left, the Bruins have not clinched a playoff spot yet. They enter tonights game just 2 points ahead of the Atlanta Thrashers,who are in 9th place, and are currently tied with two other teams in points: Philadelphia and Montreal.

The Bruins are coming off an amazing win against the New Jersey Devils, where Patrice Bergeron scored the game winning goal (the only goal in the game by the way) with 18.3 seconds left in overtime. The Panthers on the other hand are coming of their fourth sraight loss, in which they were pummeled 6-2 by the Buffalo Sabres.

Florida forward David Booth (concussion) is done for the season. Gregory Campbell (foot) and Byron Bitz (elbow) are day-to-day. For the Bruins, defenseman Andrew Ference (groin) and center Marc Savard (concussion) are out.

The Bruins are just 3-10-3 in their last 16 games at TD Garden. So this game becomes even more important, as the Bruins remain desperate to stay in playoff postion. If anything good happens, the Bruins will come out with a win tonight (hopefully).

The puck drops at 7:00 pm. It can be caught live on NESN and 98.5 The Sports Hub. Be sure to watch.