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Boston’s Tuukka Rask Missing From Practice; Is it Time to Worry?

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By: Andrew Taverna | Follow me on Twitter: @andrewtaverna

With the return from the All-Star break, all eyes were on Warrior Ice Arena today. Just before the break, Bruins netminder Tuukka Rask was listed as day-to-day with a minor lower-body injury, and fan-favorite Jeremy Swayman was recalled from Providence. Swayman didn’t get a start before the break, but he came in a game to relieve Linus Ullmark … Keep Reading

Early Returns on Bruins Tuukka Rask Prove to be Predictably Divisive

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By: Scott Wood | Follow me on Twitter @ScottHoHPodcast

Goaltending in Boston has rarely been a unifying subject. Even when an event such as Bruins’ all-time leader in wins, save percentage, and playoff wins (among others) returns after surgery for pennies on the dollar. 

Tuukka Rask has struggled in his first few games back in the Black and Gold, and it … Keep Reading

Tuukka Rask Should Remain A Backup For The Bruins Moving Forward

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By: Carter Hochman | Follow me on Twitter @Carterr33

Listen, I know this headline will create both cheers and jeers from Bruins fans everywhere, but I promise I have a good point to make. It’s no secret that Tuukka Rask’s first game against Philly may have simply been an adrenaline rush from both him and the guys skating in … Keep Reading

Boston Bruins vs. New York Rangers: How The Two Original Six Clubs Stack Up

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By: BNG Website Staff | Follow us on Twitter @BlackNGoldPod

Bruins & Rangers Both Excelling In Unforgiving East

Barring a major second-half collapse by any team, it looks like the New York Rangers and Boston Bruins will both be back in the 16-team postseason for the first time since 2017.

The Rangers were added to the expanded 24-team playoff format for the 2020 bubble, but … Keep Reading

Making His Case: Bruins Defensive Prospect Urho Vaakanainen

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By: Dominic Tiano | Follow me on Twitter @dominictiano

I am no rockets scientist. Heck, I didn’t even finish college. But even if I had, I don’t believe I’d be able to explain why Boston Bruins Defenceman Urho Vaakanainen has performed so well at the NHL level, yet in the AHL, he leaves you wanting more.

That’s not to say Vaakanainen has not shown flashes … Keep Reading

Bruins Forward Taylor Hall Coming Alive in 2022

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By: Ryan Duffy | Follow Me On Twitter @Rduffy26

Ever since the Boston Bruins returned to play in 2022, the Bruins’ forward depth scoring has come into form after head coach Bruce Cassidy and the coaching staff decided to mix up the lines. A massive beneficiary of the line adjustments has been Taylor Hall, who’s found his rhythm playing on the second line … Keep Reading

Two U’s, Two K’s, Two Games. First Impressions On Having Tuukka Rask back.

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By: Carter Hochman | Follow Me On Twitter @Carterr33

Listen, the anticipation for bringing Tuukka Rask back into the lineup had us all (or at least most of us) on the edge of our seats for most of the season in one way or another. Those of us who pay attention knew that it would ultimately result in Jeremy Swayman being sent down … Keep Reading

Pregame Notes: Hurricanes vs. Bruins – 01/18/22

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By: Zach Carlone | Follow me on Twitter: @zcarlone21

It’s been smooth sailing for the Boston Bruins as of late. They’ve won their last five games and eight of their last nine to start the new year on a high note. The black and gold are coming off a thrilling victory against the Nashville Predators, one of their most difficult opponents this season. … Keep Reading

Bruins: How Much Credit for the Recent Turnaround Should go to Cassidy?

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By: Scott Wood | Follow me on Twitter @ScottHoHPodcast

There’s no question; a different Bruins team has emerged from their recent Covid break at the end of 2021. The statistics can’t be denied. They’ve won six of their first seven in 2022, and their only loss came in a game with questionable officiating that took control in the first period, only to lose … Keep Reading

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