Manny Fernandez got the start (maybe a surprise, given that he'd played the previous game) as the Bruins battled the reigning Stanley Cup champions last night. The Bruins were outplayed for the half of the first period, but took advantage of some shaky goaltending to gain momentum and draw first blood.Michael Ryder set up Blake Wheeler on a two-on-one at the twelve minute mark, and four minutes later Phil Kessel doubled the lead.
In the second period, when Patrice Bergeron rushed the Redwings' defenseman, stripped the puck and set up Kobasew for the third goal, Ty Conklin's night was over. He was pulled and Chris Osgood took over, with similar results. David Krejci beat him for the Bruins' fourth goal and the Bruins were able to cruise to their ninth straight home win. This is the second straight game where the Bruins chased the opposing teams' goalie.
This game was a particular test for the Bruins, as it featured the second-place team in the East against the second-place team in the Western Conference, and with the win, the Bruins finish November with a 11-1-1 record, their best month since December, 1978.
Of Note: Phil Kessel's point streak extends to 9 games; Fernandez's win streak extends to 6 games; Matt Hunwick's 6 game streak comes to an end.
3 comments:
After watching this last game, I am certain of one thing: the Bruins will indeed take the Cup back to Beantown. They are a complete team with unstoppable scoring, strong defence and quite easily the best goaltender the league has seen since Hasek's prime.
Now for some questions. Was it true that Bobby Orr considered a comeback in the early 80s? Had he been able to pull it off, how would've it changed the game we know today? Would Gretzky been as great as he was?
What is your thinking on the Avery suspension? I know that the Bruins were after him before. Will they try to pick him up if Dallas dumps him? I think he would be good on a line with Lucic. I know, I know. They're both a couple of trash-talking jerks, but think about how effective they would be together. Unless, of course, Laraque finally comes along and decides to shove their heads up their @nuses once and for all.
Don't get me wrong. I like Lucic, but you know it's only a matter of time...
Oh mans...I spent so many years while growing up, talking about how the B's were going 'all the way' only to crash and burn in the playoffs (sometimes in the finals...). So I respect yr opinion, hope yr right, but will NOT make the same prediction.
On the other hand they really are playing VERY good hockey, and I hope it can continue.
On the Lucic front: yr right...there's ALWAYS someone tougher. That's what every tough guy learns (unfortunately, most artsy types learn it first) eventually.
Is Lucic the toughest guy in the league? No. He could be the best Power Forward playing just now, but certainly there are guys who are better fighters than he.
But who the king of that world is (Laraque? Ivanans? Carcillo? Parros?)...well, tougher guys than me can argue that out.
I like that Lucic has hands that can score, along with scoring jabs.
Thanks for the comment!
Oh - on the Avery front: I consider him irrelevant, and would be VERY surprised if the Bruins were even remotely considering his "services".
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