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Boston signed cheap vets, competed for first in the NHL, placed second in the division, won a playoff round and played six more games. Swayman, Lohrei emerge. Poitras returns, Beecher settles in. Great transition year— invaluable playoff experience and cap flexibility.
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offseason preview:
Roster: 17 (10F/6D/1G)
Cap Hit: $65.99M
Cap Space: $21.71M
Notable RFAs:
J Boqvist
J Swayman
Notable UFAs:
J DeBrusk
J van Riemsdyk
P Maroon
D Heinen
M Grzelcyk
D Forbort
K Shattenkirk
M Lucic
Draft:
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Scene out of a horror film for Marc McLaughin as he gets covered drenched in his own blood, gets up and doesn’t really seem to know where he is.
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The best two-way forward to ever play and arguably the most influential to ever skate in Boston. 19 years, 1294 games, 427 goals, 613 assists, 1040 points, one Stanley Cup and a record-breaking six Selke trophies— all for the same team. As perfect as a player can be.
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Patrice Bergeron always leads by example, but last night? Nails. He’s 35 and still driving the best line in hockey while being a PPG player. He not only confronted Wilson and WSH, but rubbed it in their faces every chance he got. Bergeron was made to wear that “C.”
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Jake DeBrusk fracturing his fibula and missing extended time is definitely an issue for Boston, but that’s hockey— next man up. DeBrusk played on a fractured fibula and scored two goals during the Winter Classic. Miss me with the “no heart” or “soft” takes.
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Brad Marchand, in his first season as captain, had double hip surgery at age 35 and is scoring at a 40-goal pace despite Bergeron retiring. Marchand is the heart and soul of this team and we saw that again tonight. When 63 is bringing it, the whole team takes notice.
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Hampus Lindholm registered 1G-3A-4PTS, 29:24 TOI and the game-winning goal in overtime tonight. Not only has he stood in for McAvoy while sidelined, he’s shown that he’s absolutely a No. 1 defenseman in this league still. That’s all— what a player.
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Brad Marchand is the most impactful three-zone winger in the NHL and I don’t think it’s close. Others can shoot, pass and score, but Marchand’s impact at even-strength and short-handed is unrivaled. He’s a rare breed of hitting, grinding, chirping, energy and finesse.
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Two guys that Boston needed more out of—Hampus Lindholm and David Pastrnak— just absolutely signed, sealed and delivered the series tonight for Boston. Haven’t seen that kind of confidence or swagger from either of them and they owned the moment in the biggest stage.
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Trent Frederic is the next forward in Boston who should have a long-term extension. Has been knocked since day one, kept his head down, improved and is now sitting at 17G-19A-36PTS in 65 GP while being an excellent two-way player. He’s 26 and part of your next core.
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This is the right choice and only choice, IMO. Marchand was drafted as a third-round pick in Boston, started in the bottom-six or fourth-line roles, bled, hit, fought, scored and rose to the top of the NHL’s elite players. This is his team now and he earned it.
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Lohrei followed this up by stepping into a Game 7 and more than rising to the occasion. Bruins absolutely have something in this player and he’s going to get better and better. Thought he was excellent tonight and showed consistent flashes of high-end skill.
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Mason Lohrei skated 21:37 TOI last night which was second only to Charlie McAvoy for Boston. In that span, Bruins held a 21-7 edge is scoring chances and an 11-4 edge in high-danger scoring chances. Have to keep giving him the puck and letting him drive a bit more.
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Brandon Carlo was saying when Pat Maroon is talking on the bench everyone listens to him because his experience is invaluable. We can talk about player cards on Twitter all we want, sure, but the game is played on ice and we can’t deny the value in someone like Maroon.
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Hampus Lindholm is what happens when you take a good player out of a bad situation and provide him with the support needed to return to form. Big, strong, agile and precise in all zones. Plays with purpose and fits like a glove alongside McAvoy. Welcome to Boston, 27.
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Jake DeBrusk is up to 5G-5A-10PTS in 12 GP during the playoffs and was a total hound in Game 5. With the series and season on the line, DeBrusk made plays, finished checks, used his speed and delivered a complete game. All situations, all scenarios— he’s been great.
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Here’s Trent Frederic fighting and eventually knocking out Joseph LaBate of Belleville at the end of October. LaBate, 6’5”, is a tough customer who got some good shots in. Frederic just couldn’t be contained and eventually knocked him out clean. Sheesh.
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Mason Lohrei, Johnny Beecher, Matt Poitras— all it takes is one off-season and the right coach to tie it all together. All three of these players breaking onto the scene is by no accident and the Bruins deserve full credit here. Not bad for a team with no prospects.
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Mason Lohrei skated 21:37 TOI last night which was second only to Charlie McAvoy for Boston. In that span, Bruins held a 21-7 edge is scoring chances and an 11-4 edge in high-danger scoring chances. Have to keep giving him the puck and letting him drive a bit more.
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Without McAvoy and Lindholm, 1A and 1B defenders, Bruins got their absolute best out of their veteran core and depth players. Marchand’s five-point afternoon can’t overshadow what this entire team did today. Gutsy, culture-inspiring win.
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When it comes to suggesting trading Charlie McAvoy, sorry, but you’re telling me that you’re looking for engagement or just simply don’t get it. Young, physical, skilled, three-zone franchise defenders are as rare as top-line centers. You don’t trade players like him.
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Jake DeBrusk was the best player on the ice today and his two-goal effort shows exactly that. DeBrusk is up to 16G-14A-30PTS in 36GP and the Boston Bruins take the Winter Classic. What a phenomenal revenge tour for DeBrusk this year.
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The finish by Pastrnak is obviously beautiful, but that explosive rush by Zacha, going end-to-end in overtime after the Bruins killed an OT penalty was absolutely game-breaking. The emergence of Pavel Zacha on a team that believes in his abilities is fun to watch.
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Mason Lohrei—converted to a defenseman at age 16—has made an impact as soon as his first season in the USHL, NCAA, AHL, NHL and now the Stanley Cup Playoffs. What a moment, what a goal, what a player. Couldn’t be happier to see him get this one. Impact player.
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Honestly, a game-winning goal in double OT pretty much embodies the Craig Smith signing. He’s not the flashiest player, but man can he hustle and out-work anyone on the ice. Excellent playoff showing for an excellent supporting cast member to Hall and Krejci. Rockstar.
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Pavel Zacha becomes the first Boston center outside of Bergeron and Krejci to record back-to-back 50-point seasons since Marc Savard during 2007-2009. Bergeron is a given, but Krejci actually hadn’t done it since 2015-2017. Pavel Zacha for Erik Haula— fantastic trade.
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Pastrnak, Marchand, McAvoy, Coyle, Zacha, Lindholm and Montgomery have completely shrunk since the 3-1 lead. Another stranglehold that crumbled to reveal yet another Game 7 in Boston. Not over until it’s over, but jobs are on the line here for players and coaches IMO.
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Boston absolutely shot thenselves in the foot by rolling Forbort-Clifton (again) as they’ve been routinely caved in this series. The inability to clear the zone and transition the puck is killing this team. Genuinely don’t understand what the coaching staff is seeing.
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Georgii Merkulov slows things down in the shootout and buries it for Providence. Sheesh.
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Brad Marchand currently has 27G-34A-61PTS in just 48GP. Last season, Marchand recorded 28G in 70GP. Not only is he producing at a 46-goal rate, but he’s got a chance to tie last season’s total in 21 fewer games. He’s been the heart and soul of Boston this year, IMO.
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Linus Ullmark has surrended 15 goals (!) to Florida in the three games Boston has lost this series. I really don’t think going to a “cold” Swayman is going to produce a worse result. Put your faith in your 1B and send a message to your team— it’s time to lock it in.
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If Boston is seeking their top-six line of the future, look no further than Bertuzzi-Zacha-Pastrnak. It’s not going to be easy to sign Bertuzzi, but he’s a legitmate top-line playmaker in his prime. Put him with a shooter like Pastrnak for a full year? Sheesh.
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On a side note— Bruins lose one game due to a majority of self-inflicted wounds and all of the sudden we’re acting like they’re on the brink of elimination? Chill. They weren’t going to sweep every team and adversity is a good wake up call/motivator. On to Game 3.
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I’m a believer in the goalie rotation and thought Ullmark deserved to play in game two. That said— you can’t take Swayman out of this net right now, at least not until you’re back in Boston for game five. Incredible, relaxed and locked-in performance from him again.
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Taylor Hall— he gets it. His game-tying goal late in the third was a product of his own hustle, his own skill and his own effort on the doorstep. Good things happen when you go to the net and pay the price— he did just that. He’s a guy who clearly wants to win.
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Wouldn’t be so quick to write off Boston in a seven-game series against Florida. Bruins just alleviated insane pressure on themselves by locking it in and closing out this series in dramatic fashion. Having a hot goalie and momentum can make all the difference.
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Boston can win on Sunday for sure, but they have to get back to what makes them a well-oiled machine. Stop overthinking it with Grzelcyk and put him back in there. Get Trent Frederic back in as well because he not only deserves it, but he’s better than Foligno.
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Fabian Lysell and his Vancouver Giants make history as the first No. 8 seed in WHL history to dethrone the No. 1 seed in the first round of the playoffs. Lysell finished the first round with 4G-11A-15PTS in 6 GP. Just an absolutely ridiculous performance by him.
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There isn’t a player on the ice that’s bringing it as hard as Brad Marchand is since midway through game three. He’s winning board battles, hitting, stealing pucks and completely tilting the ice. Getting Pastrnak involved for a big goal feels like a turning point.
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David Pastrnak currently has 41 (!) more points than the second highest player (Marchand — 66) in Boston this season. He also has more assists (60) than anyone else has points aside from Marchand. There’s not nearly enough David Pastrnak in the Hart Trophy discussion.
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Brandon Bussi goes post-to-post for highway robbery in one of the best saves you’ll see all year. Bussi is one of those rare exceptions with big goalies— quick, agile and athletic. Boston might have legitimately found themselves another gem of a goaltender here.
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@Buccigross
Toronto had him, didn’t get much development, let him go, he went to Boston and just scored in Game 1 of round two after beating Toronto in Game 7 of round one. Hate to see it.
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Trent Frederic drops the gloves against Angello and receives a 2-5-10. Angello landed some shots early on, but Frederic knew exactly what he was doing. Frederic seemed to be in control and then took over the second half of the fight. That was a good one.
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Truly privileged to have David Pastrnak wear the Spoked-B for what’s likely going to be the entirety of his career. 60-goal scorers don’t come by often, especially in the back half of the first-round. An absolute winner and game-breaking talent. Enjoy him, Bruins fans.
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@DarrenDreger
Excellent, just what this series needed more of— officials further inserting themselves
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Mason Lohrei has been the exact same player with the exact same impact at every single level since switching to defense. He’s been a dominant top-pairing defenseman with a rare skillset and is now displaying that at the highest level. This is a legit NHL defender.
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As soon as the regular season ended and he was healthy again, Taylor Hall turned his game on. The passing, the game-breaking speed and the first-overall skill with the puck is on display every shift. Continues to elevate his game with the production to boot.
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Taylor Hall looked like a deer in the headlights for a few shifts there, but man did he ever look good when he remembered he was Taylor Hall. Silky smooth on the zone entries, which are historically lacked by this team. Speed, soft hands and top-end playmaking skills.
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With six games remaining, Charlie Coyle has tied his career-high point total and a new high in goals with 24G-32A-56PTS in 76GP. This guy plays in every situation, in every zone, every night. Hasn’t gotten enough credit for stepping up when Bergeron and Krejci stepped down.
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Bruce Cassidy was a standup guy every single day throughout his tenure in Boston and seeing him get an ovation while fighting back tears is what it’s all about. Good for Bruce— if there’s a team to end the home streak for Boston, it’s nice to see him coaching it.
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Liljegren initiated contact with Marchand as they’re *both* going for the same puck. Liljegren positioned his stick inside for leverage on Marchand and he did the same thing back to him. It’s just a hockey play and if it’s not Marchand we’re not even talking about this, IMO.
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Trent Frederic, 2G-6A-8PTS in his last 10GP, is really starting to look like a legitimate third-line player in the NHL. He's making some confident, polished plays with the puck and is much more noticeable. It's taking a little longer than most, but he's getting there.
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Sweeney is calculated and deliberate about when and what he says— this is out of the ordinary. Don’t think he’s the type to hold availability just to rip the officiating. Think we might get an update (not a good one) on Marchand that merges into officiating discourse.
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Bruins general manager Don Sweeney is speaking tomorrow.
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Swallowing the whistle and letting them play is one thing. Steve Kozari calling each penalty of the game so far and then letting something as obvious as this go, is just flat out embarrassing for the league. Bruins still without a PP opportunity late in Game 7.
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Forget just being a referee in the National Hockey League, Steve Kozari should literally never be employed anywhere for anything for the rest of his life
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Don’t know what’s next for him, but Patrice Bergeron is going to make an excellent coach, assistant, GM, trainer, development coach etc. should he choose to remain in the business. His leadership, personality, work ethic, success and longevity is incredibly unique.
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Justin Brazeau shook the rust off and then made some really nice, really authoritative plays last night when it mattered most. His foot speed is a drawback, but Florida doesn’t push the pace like Toronto does. Feels like he could pot a goal or two sometime soon.
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Jack Edwards has been at the helm of some of the greatest calls in Bruins history. His tenure should be celebrated and respected. An unapologetic homer, but unrivaled charisma and energy in Boston. Jack loved his job with passion that very few are able to find in life.
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Jack, you have been the voice of a golden era of Bruins hockey.
Over the course of two decades, you brought passion and authenticity to the NESN broadcast each night as you narrated so many unforgettable moments and memories for B’s fans across New England.
As you enter your
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Erik Haula: 0G-6A-6PTS in 17 GP.
Pavel Zacha: 3G-8A-11PTS in 17 GP.
Zacha has been used almost everywhere in the lineup in all different scenarios for Boston. Trading a 31-year-old for a 25-year-old top-nine utility player looks just as good as we thought it would.
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Patrice Bergeron, 37, is as perfect of a hockey player as I’ve ever see and the best two-way forward of all time. We’ll never see another player like him and I don’t think we really emphasize enough just how special it is to watch him. He’s a six-time Selke winner.
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Final test for Matthew Poitras last night and he passed with flying colors. Easier to look good skating with 63 and 74, but can we drop your quality of wingers and still see an impact? Can you make them better? He did— that’s what sold me completely. He’s a player.
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Mason Lohrei, No. 6 in white, hits the spin, shakes his man and goes bar-down for the OT winner in his first game back for Providence. Should probably be in the NHL, but nice to see him immediately get back on the scoresheet down there.
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Orlov provides Boston a legitmate two-way, top-pair quality game to play alongside McAvoy or Carlo as needed. Hathaway adds that championship-quality anchor in the bottom-six that agitates, hits and grinds. This is a massively impressive trade that sets the stage.
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Mason Lohrei has always rose to the moment in the USHL, NCAA and now the NHL. Boston was down Lindholm, Grzelcyk and struggling with Forbort on the ice while Lohrei stepped up with a three-assist night. Good gap control, reads, routes and puck control. He’s a player.
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BOS won G7 in OT, traveled to FLA, won G1 48-hours later, missed multiple opportunities in the first period of G2 and couldn’t finish a slice of pizza let alone a scoring chance. Bad coverage and decisions. Relax— heading home split 1-1 is what we were all hoping for.
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David Krejci finished the season with 8G-36A-44PTS in 51GP— one more point, ten less games than last season. Over the course of 82GP, that puts him on pace for 70PTS. Since the deadline, Krejci has 6G-15A-21PTS in 16GP— pacing for 107PTS. He doesn’t walk— you sign him.
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Whether Linus Ullmark is sick, hurt or something else, he needed to be better tonight. If he is one of those things, this team needs to get Swayman in there because even Ullmark’s athleticism looks way off right now, especially getting up after going down.
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Trent Frederic, drafted No. 29 OA in 2016, is now 25th in goals and 30th in points amongst players from his draft class. He plays all three forward positions and can be matched up against top-six opponents due to his defensive capabilities. 16G-11A-27PTS in 65GP.
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I personally spoke with Lauko and he confirmed that this was NOT him. He’s got a person with access to his social media accounts back home to monitor for things. He also said he took care of it and won’t happen again. It’s a non-story and appreciate his maturity.
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I’m a fan of Jakub Lauko—especially his personality—but liking negative tweets about yourself during intermission when you’re playing isn’t a good look. Gotta stay locked in when you’re fighting for a regular spot in the lineup. Just need to be better than that, IMO.
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Krejci and Coyle have been dominant throughout this series and keep getting better. Nordstrom has been an insanely tough out and the bottom-six is bringing it. Great game by Clifton, Lindholm and Studnicka. Kase is an insanely talented addition and looks fantastic.
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This Bruins team is wildly deep in the top-nine and doesn’t need Bo Horvat or another top-six target at the deadline— it needs versatile depth players who can plug into the lineup as needed. Want Horvat? Try and work it out in the summer as a UFA— focus on this group.
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McAvoy is going to have the “C” in Boston, but I think it’s after Marchand. The latter rode shotgun to Bergeron for a decade and a half while coming up on the 1,000 game mark all for the same franchise. He’s won, lost, bled and sweat for Boston— he deserves it.
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I feel torn... Brad deserves the C, and it would be a major slap in the face to give it to anyone else... BUT, if McAvoy is here long term (and I hope he is) maybe he should be captain for the next decade ??? Glad I don't have to make that decision
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There are established, multi-year veterans in the NHL without the poise, IQ, positioning and situational awareness of 20-year-old Matt Poitras. Can almost always count on him to be in position and available to make a play on the puck. Already such a complete player.
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We’re really turning on McAvoy now? He had a bad game, but he’s still a No. 1 D at 22. Look at his metrics. He’s been good, but snakebitten for offense and clearly lacking confidence. He isn’t overrated, he’s only logged 164GP. Plenty of guys to actually harp on.
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Boston really looks like the weight is off their shoulders now. Marchand and Pastrnak cleanly making plays through high-traffic areas, McAvoy and Lindholm poised, confident with the puck, Zacha and Coyle are going low and to the center of the ice. Very good hockey.
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“I feel wrong putting Bergeron again, but his numbers are too good,” said one voter. That’s one of the problems with the PHWA and the voting process for NHL awards. Why would someone feel “wrong” voting for Bergeron again if he’s the best option? Come on now.
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Karson Kuhlman has looked like the missing link from Krejci’s line each time he’s been on it. Speed, IQ, grit and skill? He’s got it covered. Seems to me like his end-to-end, simplified style of play is infectious and rubs off on those around him. He’s nails.
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Final deadline thoughts: Sweeney & Co. crushed it. Added a first-line talent & a puck-moving defender with youth, upside, along with a solid fourth-liner, only giving up Bjork, a second & a third. They kept every prospect, young defender & first-round pick. Grade: A+
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Trent Frederic drops the gloves with Tommy Cross, drags him around and takes him down. Cross was ejected for a questionable hit on Hughes before Christmas, but Frederic has a long memory and made Cross answer the bell. Cross is around 6’3” and Frederic just folded him.
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I understand fans are frustrated, but what would you have Boston do about it right now? They’re currently without their No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 defensemen. They’re without their No. 1, No. 2 goalie and already struggle against Washington as it is. Take a breath, sheesh.
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Nick Ritchie deserves a lot of credit and an apology from those fans still holding a grudge over the Heinen trade. Ritchie had a slow start in BOS and might not be the fastest guy out there, but he’s got talent, size and solid awareness. Good for him, good for BOS.
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Pastrnak, Coyle, Orlov, Hall, Bertuzzi and even Foligno now— when your No. 1 and 2 centers are out, you need your best players and depth players to step up. Bruins look much more like themselves tonight and flexed their depth in the process. Such a cohesive roster.
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🧵Boston pretty much has their forward blueprint for next season barring any last minute transactions:
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DeBrusk walks, opportunity for Lysell/Merkulov opens.
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Patrice Bergeron has recently had liberties taken against him during play (broken nose) or after the whistle. He’s a captain and capable of standing up for himself but he shouldn’t have to. Whether it’s coaching or not, this group cannot keep getting pushed around.
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And just like that— Boston talks the talk and walks the walk. No disrespect to Brown and Greer, but Beecher is clearly several notches above them and more versatile. Credit to Beecher for earning this spot and credit to the team for giving a first-round pick some rope.
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Placed on NHL waivers today: Patrick Brown (BOS), A.J. Greer (BOS), Dylan Coghlan (CAR), Joey Anderson (CHI), Riley Tufte (COL), Riley Damiani (DAL), Zach Aston-Reese (DET), Ben Gleason (EDM), Raphael Lavoie (EDM), Lane Pederson (EDM), Zac Dalpe (FLA), Casey Fitzgerald (FLA) ...
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Scary scene in Charlotte as Mike Reilly goes hard into the boards and is immediately unconscious laying on his back behind the goal. Players knew right away and he was stretchered off. Hope he’s okay.
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Impressive playoff debut for Andrew Peeke last night against a fast, skilled and offensively oriented Leafs roster. Tight gaps, disciplined net-front physicality and used his frame to edge guys out of the play. Kudos to Boston’s pro scouts on that acquisition.
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Jack Studnicka scored his seventh short-handed goal of the season and it was a beauty. Studnicka flew the zone to separate and Steen delivered a picture-perfect pass. Studnicka received the pass, did the curl-and-drag and roofed it on his backhand. Special player.
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Jake DeBrusk— led Bruins in playoffs points/goals, is third on team since 2021 in playoff points, scores 24G per-82GP in the regular season, plays LW/RW anywhere in the lineup, plays the PK, wants to be in Boston and turns 28 in October. That’s not a guy you let walk.
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DeBrusk on future with Bruins: “I still have lots of hope.” He seems surprised he hasn’t signed a deal yet.
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Here’s my overview of the off-season and where Boston currently stands + things to be considered:
If Bergeron isn’t returning, feel like there should be a real conversation about Marchand. Has two years left on a great deal, coveted by every team and unfortunately hasn’t
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Starting to sound like a broken record, but Jeremy Lauzon is playing with the poise and confidence of a seasoned NHL veteran. Lauzon’s tenacity, hustle, size and physicality has completely changed the dynamic of Boston’s bottom-pair composition. Excellent defender.
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What really separates Poitras from his peers is how he backs defenders, forecheckers down with the puck on his stick. Watch him anytime he’s got the puck near the boards— he trusts his talent and makes his opponents respect his space. That’s just a homerun draft pick.
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Ovechkin, Mantha, Wilson or others— size didn’t matter as Boston took control, neutralizing everyone. Dominate showing from Bergeron to clinch the series, but also complete four-line showing from the entire team. Great goaltending, great defending and great attacking.
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Jeremy Swayman’s movement, skating and agility in the crease seems to come natural to him, making everything he does impressively efficient. Swayman is a legitimate NHL option and Cassidy might have a tough backup decision to make, sooner than later. Believe the hype.
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The cross-check from Bennett—who shouldn’t be playing—pushed Coyle into his goalie and impeded him from playing the puck. Stop being dense because you hate Boston— it’s right there. Would Swayman have made the save? Don’t know, but he wasn’t given a chance to do so.
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Fabian Lysell scores his first career goal in Providence off a partial break snipe. Great heads-up awareness by Lysell here and even a better finish.
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Incase you’re ever wondering how much of an impact Hampus Lindholm makes in this lineup, just watch the games since he’s gone down with injury. Absolute workhorse of a defender that Boston is really missing as they can’t press their depth defensemen as hard as No. 27.
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These same three “Hall of Fame” leaders allowed Alex Burrows to bite Patrice Bergeron so, yeah, not quite sure the Canucks are some barometer for impeccable characters. The Canucks thought they had the Cup in the bag and Boston took it from them. Stop crying already.
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"One of the dumbest things we've ever heard clearly, and we work with Elliotte."
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addresses Zdeno Chara's comments about the 2011 Vancouver Canucks.
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Think an alleged dropoff from David Pastrnak with Bergeron and Krejci retiring was also overblown. In fact, I think we’re seeing a trend in the opposite direction— Pastrnak is a truly elite player who’s out from under a shadow and taking over as “the” guy for his team.
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Fabian Lysell has been eliminated from the WHL playoffs, but what an unreal run it’s been for him. Lysell finishes his first ever playoff run with 4G-17A-21PTS in 12GP. Vancouver had no business getting this far, but Lysell and Ostapchuk are why they did. Kid is legit.
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Deadline: Boston added a top-four defenseman without losing a single high-end prospect and a depth defenseman for someone who wanted out. Could they have used a forward? Sure, but think DeBrusk is as good as most who were actually available. No complaints here.
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