The Boston Bruins aren’t in trouble. Whoever thought they were going to sweep their way to the finals needs to think realistically.
This second round series versus the Carolina Hurricanes is going to be a hard fought one, and not easy. Although the Bruins came out and won game one after being off for nine days, they need to get back to being that dangerously offensive team they are known to be. Game three was close, so close it went into overtime. The black and gold had chances in the very beginning of the extra period, but couldn’t capitalize. Not being able to clean up in their zone, is what led to yet another clutch goal for Jussi Jokinen.
Other than the offense, the Bruins need to get back to playing their solid defensive game. It seems as if in games one and two, they couldn’t control pucks in their own zone and they were making sloppy plays. Once they got themselves into the attacking zone, the plays seemed to go well. They put pressure on Carolina goaltender Cam Ward but he just showed exactly why he won the Conn Smythe in the 2006 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Even though Ward is a great goalie and is stealing some games for the Canes, we cannot forget about the acrobatic saves Tim Thomas throws our way. He is a Vezina Finalist and has been outstanding for the Bruins all season long. The defensemen in front of him just need to step it up in game four and help out their man in between the pipes.
Coach Claude Julien, a Jack Adams finalist, is known for mixing up his lines and doing a pretty good job. For game four, I wouldn’t be too surprised if I see new line combinations to try to get some chemistry going offensively.
The rest of the series should be exciting. As long as the Bruins can steal the next one in Carolina, they should be back on track when they hit home ice on Sunday for game five.
This second round series versus the Carolina Hurricanes is going to be a hard fought one, and not easy. Although the Bruins came out and won game one after being off for nine days, they need to get back to being that dangerously offensive team they are known to be. Game three was close, so close it went into overtime. The black and gold had chances in the very beginning of the extra period, but couldn’t capitalize. Not being able to clean up in their zone, is what led to yet another clutch goal for Jussi Jokinen.
Other than the offense, the Bruins need to get back to playing their solid defensive game. It seems as if in games one and two, they couldn’t control pucks in their own zone and they were making sloppy plays. Once they got themselves into the attacking zone, the plays seemed to go well. They put pressure on Carolina goaltender Cam Ward but he just showed exactly why he won the Conn Smythe in the 2006 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Even though Ward is a great goalie and is stealing some games for the Canes, we cannot forget about the acrobatic saves Tim Thomas throws our way. He is a Vezina Finalist and has been outstanding for the Bruins all season long. The defensemen in front of him just need to step it up in game four and help out their man in between the pipes.
Coach Claude Julien, a Jack Adams finalist, is known for mixing up his lines and doing a pretty good job. For game four, I wouldn’t be too surprised if I see new line combinations to try to get some chemistry going offensively.
The rest of the series should be exciting. As long as the Bruins can steal the next one in Carolina, they should be back on track when they hit home ice on Sunday for game five.
4 comments:
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You sound not at all anxious or worried about the Bruins. Another great entry, Hailey.
AmandaLyn
Positive attitude makes a world of difference. When the going gets tough, step it up. Don't give up!
Great job.
Patty
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