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.

Sabres @ Bruins

Tonight will be the fifth out of six games between the Buffalo Sabres and the Boston Bruins this season. The Bruins have taken 3 out of the first 4 games, with Tuukka Rask in net for all four if those games. Tim Thomas was first of the ice this morning, so expect him to get the start tonight.

The B's haven't been playing well at home since the New Year, but the game against Calgary on Saturday was definitely an encouraging one. At the moment, Montreal, Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta and the New York Rangers are all vying for the final 3 playoff berths. The Bruins have the most games left to play out of all these teams, and are in complete control of there own destiny as they start Monday in the 8th spot of the Eastern Conference.

David Krejci has two goals and four assists during a three-game points streak for the Bruins. Chara has two goals and two assists during a three-game points streak. Patrice Bergeron has a goal and three assists during a three-game points streak. Mark Recchi has goals in consecutive games.

Andrew Ference is listed as day-to-day with a groin injury. Marc Savard is out indefinitely with post-concussions symptoms, but he was able to stop by Saturday to visit his teammates. All were very excited to see him.

The puck drops at 7:00 PM at the TD Garden. Now, tell me who do you think is going to come out with the win tonight?

Rangers @ Bruins

Tonight the Bruins take on the New York Rangers at the TD Garden. So far, the Rangers have swept the season series, winning all three games so far. Sure, the Rangers' loss to the Blues on Thursday night was a break for the B's, but the fans in TD Garden had other things on their minds that night, booing their team off the ice in the aftermath of what they saw as a lackluster performance in a 3-0 loss to the Penguins, their first shutout in Boston since their inaugural season of 1967-68. Marian Gaborik, of the Rangers, is hot for this game. His three-point performance against the Blues on Thursday was his second in four games and his eighth of the season. Savard we know about, but otherwise neither team has significant injuries to report going into Sunday.

The game starts at 12:30 on CBS, instead of NESN. Let's hope for a full 60 minute effort tonight.

Devils defeats Bruins

As the New Jersey Devils take a win against the Boston Bruins, the B's take their second loss in as many games. The Devils are now finding their way to the top of the Atlantic Division, while the Bruins are trying to find their way to the playoffs. With a final score of 3-2, Tim Thomas gets the loss, as he was the starting goaltender for the B's, but was taken out after the first period in the place of Tuukka Rask.

Blake Wheeler scored a goal for the third consecutive game in a row. Patrice Bergeron, who has been playing extremely well in the absence of Marc Savard, scored the other goal.

Tim Thomas didn't make it out for the socond period, making it the fifth time he has been pulled this year. Bruins coach Claude Julien said "We didn't help him. We talked it over at the end of the period and decided it was the right thing to do. It changed the momentum, and gave the team a bit of a wake-up call."

Yes I agree, it gave the team a wake up call, but it wasn't enough to pull off a needed win. Every game from now to the end of the regular season is a very important one. If the Boston Bruins plan to be in the playoffs, they need to be able to step up their game, pull some pressure off their goalies, and hope to God that they win the game.

The next game is Tuesay night against the Carolina Hurricanes, the last away game on this road trip. Game time is 7:00 PM on Nesn, with coverage starting at 6:30.

Bruins Defeat Flyers

The Bruins defeated the Flyers in what was supposed to be a rematch from the Winter Classic. With the luring news that Marc Savard might be out for the rest of the season, Patrice Bergeron led the way last night with 3 points for the B's. He scored a goal and had 2 assists. Tuukka Rask made 31 saves on the night. Other than Bergeron, other scorers were Recchi, Krejci, and Wheeler. Boston is 7-2-2 in their last 11 games. They have 72 points, within 2 of Philadelphia and Montreal for the 6th seed. The Bruins will be playing Montreal on Saturday night, hoping to get ahead in the standings.

All in all, the guys had a good game and played like they should have all season long. They were physical, made important saves, and more importantly scored goals. This is what we all like to see in our favorite team and hopefully will see the same on Saturday against the Canadiens.