Recap: Bruins drop in Atlantic with 3-1 loss to Senators
The Boston Bruins lost to the Ottawa Senators 3-1 in their final regular-season game, finishing second in the Atlantic Division.
Jim Montgomery praised the Bruins' performance in the third period but highlighted the need to improve habits and details before the playoffs. [ more ]
Preview: Bruins close out regular season against Senators
The Boston Bruins will close out the regular season against the Ottawa Senators, focusing on fine-tuning areas like the power play for the upcoming playoffs. [ more ]
Bordeleau scores twice, Chrona earns first win in net, Sharks beat Senators 2-1 :: WRALSportsFan.com
Thomas Bordeleau scored two power-play goals in the game. The Sharks snapped a nine-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the Senators. Bordeleau's first career multi-goal game was crucial for the team's victory. [ more ]
How Bruins Can Clinch Atlantic Division Vs. Lightning
The Bruins are one step closer to clinching the Atlantic Division and can do Saturday afternoon in front of their home crowd.Boston will host the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD Garden with a chance to be come division champs.The Bruins could have done so Thursday when they beat their rival Montreal Canadiens, but the Florida Panthers - who needed to beat the Maple Leafs in regulation - fell to Toronto.
The San Jose Sharks finished another season near the bottom of the NHL standings.Despite new general manager Mike Grier's best efforts, the team has now gone four consecutive seasons without playoff hockey.However, rather than dropping directly to the bottom, the Sharks spent those four seasons in a limbo-like state where they were too bad to compete but too good to be the worst.
Examining Sharks' most prominent NHL draft hits, misses in team history
The San Jose Sharks could use a franchise-altering Draft.Four straight years out of the playoffs, the Sharks need some prospects to hit to get themselves back in the running.In the last 10 drafts, San Jose has only unearthed four NHL regulars, and two of them now play elsewhere, Mario Ferraro and Kevin Labanc, and Josh Norris of the Ottawa Senators and Timo Meier of the New Jersey Devils.
Alex DeBrincat has reportedly given Ottawa Senators a list of preferred destinations as team seeks trade partner
The chance that the Ottawa Senators and forward Alex DeBrincat go their separate ways this offseason looks like it's increasing in certainty by the day.DeBrincat's restricted free agent status and the sheer confusion surrounding the team's ownership situation are the largest contributing factors.The two sides seem like they'll be heading in the direction of a mutually beneficial trade and that was buoyed by a Wednesday report from Pierre LeBrun during TSN's Insider Trading.
Are Some Toronto Maple Leafs Personnel Being Poached?
Now that the Toronto Maple Leafs season has come to an end, the team could see some personnel changes both on and off the ice.The future of head coach Toronto Maple Leafs Sheldon Keefe is in question with reporters like James Mirtle and Jonas Siegel estimating that he more than likely isn't coming back.
The Fat Lady hasn't sung quite yet, but after an Anthony Mantha giveaway gave the Penguins a 4-3 win on Saturday, the Capitals were essentially eliminated from the playoffs.But don't tell that to defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk, who after the Capitals' latest loss on Wednesday night, a 2-1 failing to the New York Islanders, spoke to the press about how The Team Is Still In This.
Another week of Boston Bruins hockey yields another undefeated performance.Nearly two weeks after being the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot, they became the first team to clinch their division, and the Presidents' Trophy is certain to be next.As usual, both goalies had their shining moments, including Jeremy Swayman's performance in overtime against the Carolina Hurricanes and Linus Ullmark's 40 saves on 41 shots against the Ottawa Senators to start the week.
Capitals vs Penguins live analysis and updates (March 25, 2023)
This is your place to check for updates and comment along with the Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins game on March 25, 2023.The Washington Capitals have another "big" game as they try to avoid being officially eliminated from the playoffs.Tonight the Capitals take on rival Pittsburgh at PPG Paints Arena.
Preview: Bruins kick off weekend slate against Lightning
Just the facts When: Today, 1:00 PM Where: TD Garden - Boston, MA How to follow: NESN, NHLN, SN, 98.5 The Sports Hub Rival SBN site: Raw Charge Know your enemy
42-25-6, 90PTS, 3rd in Atlantic Division Nikita Kucherov: 73GP, 28G, 74A, 102PTS; Brayden Point: 73GP, 45G, 38A, 83PTS; Steven Stamkos: 72GP, 30G, 44A, 74PTS Andrei Vasilevskiy: 31-19-4, 2.70 GAA, .913
The group trying to leverage star power for its bid to own the Ottawa Senators continues to add more known names to its list.Los Angeles-based producer Neko Sparks is behind one of four groups that had submitted final bids for the team by the May 15 deadline, according to Sportsnet and Postmedia.The others are reportedly former Pittsburgh Penguins minority owners Jeffrey and Michael Kimel, Montreal Canadiens minority owner Michael Andlauer and Toronto-area billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos.
Police funeral for OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller happening Thursday in Ottawa | CBC News
Sgt. Eric Mueller, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer who was fatally shot last week, will receive a private police funeral inside the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa on Thursday.Just after 2 a.m. on May 11, Mueller and two of his colleagues at the Russell County detachment were called to a home on Laval Street in the village of Bourget, Ont., after someone reported hearing a gunshot, police said.
Sharks' Karlsson joins select company as he becomes finalist for player's award
San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson on Wednesday was named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay Award, given to the league's Most Outstanding Player as determined by the NHL Players' Association.Karlsson, who was also named a finalist for the Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman earlier this month, is just the third player in Sharks history to be named a finalist for the award, joining Joe Thornton and Brent Burns.
Sharks' Karlsson joins select company as he becomes finalist for player's award
San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson on Wednesday was named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay Award, given to the league's Most Outstanding Player as determined by the NHL Players' Association.Karlsson, who was also named a finalist for the Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman earlier this month, is just the third player in Sharks history to be named a finalist for the award, joining Joe Thornton and Brent Burns.
The NHL Draft Lottery is scant hours away, and the fortune of one NHL team is about to change.The consensus number-one pick, Connor Bedard, is a special player who could transform a franchise.The Capitals have a six-percent chance of being that lottery-winning team - about the same chances you have of rolling a crit on your d20 - which means probably someone other than you is going to have a good night.
2023 NHL Draft Lottery: A primer, the prospects, and how to watch on TV
The NHL will hold its annual Draft Lottery on Monday night.The event, which will be held at NHL Network's Secaucus, New Jersey, studio, starts at 8 pm (EST) and will be broadcast on ESPN, Sportsnet, and TVA Sports.The Washington Capitals will participate in the Draft Lottery and have an opportunity to land the first overall pick for the first time in nine years (2014).
It's time for the weekly CBC Ottawa news quiz | CBC News
What agreement around remote work did the federal government and the Public Service Alliance of Canada come to this week?Who's the latest figure from the entertainment industry to be part of a bid for the Ottawa Senators?And why is a Rideau Lakes, Ont., couple being forced to sell the home they've lived in for the past 43 years?
Where NHL Fans Ranked Bruins' Goal Song Among League's Best
There's nothing like a memorable song to get fans amped up after a great goal, but the path to finding the best might be harder than you would think.That's what Mark Lazerus, Scott Powers and Julian McKenzie of The Athletic sought to figure out, and they asked their readers to rate every goal song in the NHL on a scale of 1-to-10, with 10 being the best.
Rangers coach Gerard Gallant is out after two seasons, playoff flop
Gerard Gallant was hired as New York Rangers head coach in 2021 after an organizational housecleaning directed at winning now.Two seasons into the job, the Rangers have mutually agreed to part ways with Gallant, the coach who oversaw a run to the Eastern Conference final last season and a disappointing first-round exit in these playoffs.
NHL Eastern Conference Wild Card: Who's in and Who's Out?
The Wild Card race in the Eastern Conference is tight-knit right now in the NHL.There are a few viable teams hoping to find their way into the two spots, and with around ten games left for every team, the points matter now more than ever.The New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins currently hold the two spots, but the Florida Panthers, Washington Capitols, and Ottawa Senators are all within six points of them.
Florida Panthers @ Toronto Maple Leafs07:30 PM at Scotiabank ArenaWatch on: TVAS, SN, BSFL The Leafs last game was an away game on March 26 against the Nashville Predators, which Toronto won by a score of 3-2.The Leafs have a record of 44-20-9 so far.The Florida Panthers last played an away game on March 27 against the Ottawa Senators.
Berkshire Bank Hockey Night In New England: Projected Bruins-Canadiens Lines, Pairings
The Bruins can extend their win streak to five games Thursday night when they welcome their storied Montreal Canadien rival to TD Garden.Boston kicked off its homestand with a 2-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday and can clinch the Atlantic Division with a victory over Montreal in any fashion and a Toronto Maple Leafs loss in regulation to the Florida Panthers.
With playoffs clinched, Devils still battling for positioning | amNewYork
New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Ottawa Senators during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, March 25, 2023, in Newark, N.J.ELMONT, N.Y.The Devils enjoyed the fact that they had clinched the postseason for the first time since 2018 over the weekend.
Berkshire Bank Hockey Night In New England: Projected Bruins-Lightning Lines, Pairings
BOSTON - The Bruins look to continue their strong homestand when they welcome the Tampa Bay Lightning to TD Garden on Saturday for some matinee hockey.Boston has won its last five games, including a 2-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night.Tampa Bay, meanwhile, has lost three in a row including a 7-2 loss to the Ottawa Senators.
Tyler Bertuzzi Having Strong Week, Scores First Goal In Bruins Uniform
Tyler Bertuzzi scored his first goal as a Boston Bruin in Thursday night's Original Six matchup against the Montreal Canadiens and had an impressive game earlier in the week in the Black and Gold's win over the Ottawa Senators.Bertuzzi has played 10 games with the B's since signing with the team earlier this month.
Play 'Predict The Game' During Bruins-Canadiens To Win Signed David Krejci Jersey
The Bruins are riding a four-game win streak heading into Thursday's matchup against the Canadiens, and one skillful fan also can get in on winning a memorable prize.Boston takes on Montreal in an Original Six matchup at TD Garden.The Black and Gold are coming off a tight win over the Ottawa Senators as the B's look to round into form as the Stanley Cup playoffs draw near.
Bruins Not Fixing Anything 'That's Not Broken' With Goalie Tandem
The Bruins aren't going to try to fix something that isn't broken, especially when it comes to their goalie tandem of Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman.Boston arguably has the best tandem in the NHL with Ullmark and Swayman putting up impressive numbers and the former being the runaway favorite to win the Vezina Trophy.
NHL Players Have Love-Hate Relationship With Bruins' Brad Marchand In Latest Poll
Brad Marchand has been known to be a pest on the ice, but those around the league wouldn't mind having the Bruins forward on their team.The NHL Players Association released its annual results to a player-driven poll and for the second straight season, Marchand was named as the player opponents least enjoy playing against, but would love to have him as a teammate.
Has Bruins' Brad Marchand 'Found His Groove' During Recent Stretch?
Brad Marchand hasn't been shy about admitting his game is not where he wants it to be just yet despite having 62 points in as many games for the Bruins.The forward has a three-game point streak after notching an assist in Boston's 2-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night at TD Garden."I think he's found his groove here and he's making a lot of plays again, it's great to see," Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery told reporters after the game.
Bruins' Leaders Praise Patrice Bergeron's Keen Hockey Sense
BOSTON - The Bruins defeated the Ottawa Senators 2-1 on Tuesday night at TD Garden, extending their winning streak to four.Along with praising Linus Ullmark's timely goaltending, head coach Jim Montgomery said center Patrice Bergeron's presence on the ice is a key factor to the team's success."He kills plays and puts out fires everywhere so (Brad Marchand) and (Jake DeBrusk) can go and make plays in the offensive end," Montgomery said following the win.
Gritty Bruins Win 'Emblematic' Of Stanley Cup Playoff Expectations
BOSTON - It isn't normal for a team to dominate the regular season and enter the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the overwhelming favorite to win it all.Yet again, the Bruins aren't a normal team.Boston has kept a torrid pace throughout the year, putting itself on track to break the NHL record for wins and points in an 82-game season.
Bruins Notes: Special Teams, Timely Saves Propel Boston To Victory
BOSTON - The Bruins returned home after their longest road trip of this season, defeating the Ottawa Senators 2-1 on Tuesday night, extending their win streak to four games.Despite missing one of their strongest penalty killers, Derek Forbort, who was injured blocking a shot in the Bruins' 3-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets, the Black and Gold were a perfect three-for-three holding the Senators to just eight shots while on the man-advantage.
Bruins Goalie Jeremy Swayman Earns NHL Honor For Recent Strong Play
Boston Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman needed a bounce-back performance this past week after two straight losses and he certainly delivered.And his stellar showings didn't go unnoticed, either.Swayman became the latest Bruins player to garner a league honor Monday as the the 24-year-old was named the NHL Third Star of the Week.