Pre-Game Talk: 8/17 8:07 PM - ECQF GAME 4 - BRUINS lead series 2-1 - NESN, SN, SN4K, NBCSN, TVAS, 98.5 WBZ-FM

[Jaguar God]

It would be nice if either DeBrusk or Kase could score.

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

I don't rush Pasta back, no sense in potentially worsening his injury, though I also really don't love Bjork on the top line. Maybe try Wags there, bring some physicality to the line.

Marchand-Bergy-Wagner
DeBrusk-Krejci-Kase
Bjork-Coyle-Kuhlman
Nordstrom-Kuraly-Lindholm

Why a 4th line with no right winger?

 

[UConn126]

Stud would be in there before Kuhlman

I meant to put him in there, don't know why I botched that. He's looked good to me so far.

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

If Pastrnak isn’t ready to go I’d try Nordstrom on the top line. He’s been fantastic. He could forecheck and dig up pucks for 63 & 37

Nordstrom's not a right winger.

 

[UConn126]

Why a 4th line with no right winger?

Cause we cheer for a roster that has maybe 2-3 pure right wingers on it.

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

Cause we cheer for a roster that has maybe 2-3 pure right wingers on it.

You are correct.

But these 3 guys have rarely, if ever, played RW.

Studnicka isn't a RW either, but he is a right shot who has been playing there.

 

[BlackCrowes]

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I love that Moosup made it into that map.... it’s the equivalent of putting in Pigsknuckle, Arkansas.... and I hope that’s not the town that @BMC lives in!!!

 

[304]

I've been saying this for years, 3-1 is massively different than 2-2. They need to hit the gas tonight.

Second line with 3 goals tonight.

 

[The don godfather]

Our team looks more solid with halak stud and par. Excellent sprinkle by mighty Bruce.

 

[Ladyfan]

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We stayed at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel on the lake when we went in Dec 2014. Nice location and close to the arena and everything.

 

[Blowfish]

Keep Pasta away from car doors and game winning celebrations and the bruins have a chance.

 

[Oates2Neely]

Nordstrom's not a right winger.

Correct. However DeBrusk has played RW. Sometimes guys will have success playing their off wings. Not ideal. But with Pastrnak out, I’d give it a try.

Not sure I like the idea of trying to force a young skill guy to play with Bergeron & Marchand. I’d prefer to go with a vet with some experience

 

[Alicat]

 

[Alicat]

 

[lopey]

Why 4:00 PM will miss most of this game...Got a dinner Damn

 

[lopey]

Pasta likely out?

 

[Alicat]

Pasta likely out?

Probably. We should know more soon once Bruce speaks to the media

 

[Alicat]

 

[Alicat]

Wishing him a speedy recovery

 

[Trap Jesus]

Pasta likely out?

Pastrnak with Bergeron/Marchand isn't one of those things where you need to see him with them. He could roll out of bed at 8pm and the coaches would put him with them if he's cleared to play. I feel like this means he's unlikely but is probably just a game-time decision. I'm surprised Bjork is still up on the top line though.

 

[lopey]

Wishing him a speedy recovery

Ouch! Poor guy. Get better soon. I know we all ride the refs, but no one wants them hurt.

 

[Alicat]

Well said Wags



On Jaro

 

[NDiesel]

Well said Wags



On Jaro

Sounds so far like the team really hates Tuukka for his decision.

 

[BMC]

I love that Moosup made it into that map.... it’s the equivalent of putting in Pigsknuckle, Arkansas.... and I hope that’s not the town that @BMC lives in!!!

Oh wow...Moosup is the town next to mine

 

[BMC]

Ouch! Poor guy. Get better soon. I know we all ride the refs, but no one wants them hurt.

Bah! He needs to do like Chara did- wear a cage/shield and get right back out there!