GDT: Game #64: Bruins vs Rangers: An O6 Matchup 7pm ET NBCSN, NESN, MSG, 98.5 FM

[BMC]

Today is Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's birthday.

The Bruins should ruin it for him by winning.

 

[Patrice37]

I say Marchand puts in 3 tonight, B's win 5-3. Been a while since we've seen a Bruins hat trick, can't recall any from the past 2 seasons

Believe it or not, the last B's hat trick was none other than the great Jimmy Hayes in December 2015.

 

[TP]

Believe it or not, the last B's hat trick was none other than the great Jimmy Hayes in December 2015.

Ottawa, right?

 

[EON]

Ottawa, right?

Yes

 

[BsEuphoria]

All the stats point to this one being a loss. Big test boys, let's see how they handle this one. I want a good 60, win or lose.

Do the Drew!

 

[Ratty]

It's so reassuring to know that, regardless of tonight's result, the Bruins will make the playoffs. Thank you for this inside info, Joe Haggerty. The Bs can just coast for the rest of the season, play Hayes, Nash, Liles and save our better guys for the post season.

 

[TP]

Yes

For some reason, I remember that game well. I remember where I was and everything. strange.

 

[jgatie]

For some reason, I remember that game well. I remember where I was and everything. strange.

Me too. I was in my seats in Sec. 304. Best game of the year for me, a hattie, a couple fights, physical, goals, and a lopsided win. My brother was pissed because he got the yawner blowout by Buffalo the week before.

 

[Rubber Biscuit]

I've got $5 on the B's with the Rangers fan in the classroom next door.

I want to see them put up 6 and chase Hank

 

[NDiesel]

Leftwinglock has lines same as previous game except for Beleskey penciled in on 4th line LW. I'm curious to know if Hayes and Stafford alternated doing rushes at all.

 

[EON]

Leftwinglock has lines same as previous game except for Beleskey penciled in on 4th line LW. I'm curious to know if Hayes and Stafford alternated doing rushes at all.

He's just flying in today, looks like they want him to get practices in before sticking him in the lineup.

 

[Boston Bruno]

Fire Cassidy!

 

[HockeyMomx2]

Can't help but think this is a huge 2 points for both of these teams tonight. NYR almost on the outside looking in and need them desperately, B's trying to keep pace with and or over take OTT also badly need them. This game for me is the biggest test of this team since the change. Let's see what ya now boy's. Get it done.

 

[Sharp Shooting Neely]

not sure Stafford will/should be in the lineup tonight. Team is playing well, give him a practice or two in order to get caught up a bit with the system

Bang on as usual. Just read the post where Cassidy said he is arriving today and will practice with them on Friday. His chance will no doubt come soon enough.

 

[smithformeragent]

Can't help but think this is a huge 2 points for both of these teams tonight. NYR almost on the outside looking in and need them desperately, B's trying to keep pace with and or over take OTT also badly need them. This game for me is the biggest test of this team since the change. Let's see what ya now boy's. Get it done.

How?

If you mean in the Metro top 3, WC 1 is preferable.

 

[Greek_physique]

Should be a great game...we match up well against the Rangers.

 

[Ladyfan]

Today is Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's birthday.

The Bruins should ruin it for him by winning.

Sounds good to me.

This will be a tough one.

Big Z always gets wound up when we play the Rags. There is someone he dislikes on that team.

Please win !

HERE WE GO BRUINS...HERE WE GO

 

[caz16]

Today is Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's birthday.

The Bruins should ruin it for him by winning.

He has let in 9 goals over the last two games. Let's hope that continues tonight.

 

[BklyNBruiN]

I don't know about how you guys feel but for me this game tonight against the NY Rangers is a big game. I hope they play their best game of the season tonight.. Lets go!!! Who ever here has tickets for tonight's game you're blessed.

 

[HockeyMomx2]

How?

If you mean in the Metro top 3, WC 1 is preferable.

I'll admit I didn't have my glasses on when I looked at the tv, but the standings I thought I saw on nhl tonight last night had them barely hanging on to the WC2 spot.

 

[Greek_physique]

Sounds good to me.

This will be a tough one.

Big Z always gets wound up when we play the Rags. There is someone he dislikes on that team.

Please win !

HERE WE GO BRUINS...HERE WE GO

His name is Rick Nash...for whatever reason, Nash always gets the best of him.

 

[Ladyfan]

His name is Rick Nash...for whatever reason, Nash always gets the best of him.

That is who I thought it was. Z always gets those beady eyes and looks pissed off. I like when he plays like that.

 

[Jean_Jacket41]

Stafford not playing tonight.

Bruins unbeaten at home with Cassidy.

A bad Habs team won in NY against these Rangers. Means any team can beat them.

Bruins are better than any team.

Let's see.

Go B's!

 

[Gee Wally]

He's just flying in today, looks like they want him to get practices in before sticking him in the lineup.

His wife is expecting twins any day.

http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/...nt_play_but_bruins_pleased_with_deadline_deal


Fellow Minnesotan David Backes knows Stafford well and touched base with him on Wednesday night.

“He's excited to come here, after chatting with him last night,” said Backes. “Other than the fact that his wife is pretty pregnant with twins and expecting any day. Other than that little logistical hiccup, he's excited to join the crew; we're excited to have him. Just another piece of the puzzle who can come in and bring all of his skills and talents to win more games.”

 

[CharasLazyWrister]

Yes

The celebration on his first goal always gives me a laugh. Never seen such an elongated and complex goal celebration for a complete luck goal early in a game.