Not so sure about that. While we did sweep them last year I think it would be pretty accurate to say Tuukka Rask was 90% for that. Their young players are another year older and will play even harder. Not saying we can't beat them but it will be a tough challenge certainly tougher than last yearDefinitely getting ahead of myself here, but the Hurricanes (while playing really well) may be quite a favorable match-up for the Bruins.
Including last year's sweep in the Eastern Conference Final (on the heels of Carolina sweeping their previous opponent and having to wait for the Bruins - sound familiar?) the Bruins are 10-1-0 in their last 11 games against the Hurricanes. The Bruins have also won 6 straight vs Carolina while scoring 3.83 goals per game and only allowing 1.33 goals against per game.
Just some food for thought.