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sports1 year ago

Bruins' Stars Shoulder Blame for Coach Montgomery's Firing Amid Struggles

The Boston Bruins have fired head coach Jim Montgomery due to unsuccessful contract extension talks and a disappointing 8-9-3 start to the season. Despite leading the team to a league-best record since 2022 and winning the 2023 Jack Adams Award, Montgomery's departure is partly attributed to a significant gap in extension negotiations. Bruins players, including David Pastrňák and Brad Marchand, expressed regret over the firing, acknowledging their own performance shortcomings as a factor. Montgomery is expected to be a sought-after coach in the next hiring cycle.

sports2 years ago

"Pastrnak's Hat Trick and Bruins' Dominance: A Recap of the Avalanche Game"

David Pastrnak scored his first hat trick of the season in the Bruins' win over the Colorado Avalanche, expressing his relief at finally achieving the feat after several close calls. Bruins fans celebrated by throwing hats onto the ice, and although Pastrnak didn't get to choose a favorite cap to keep, he appreciated the gesture. With 29 goals and 35 assists in 44 games, Pastrnak's performance has been lauded by Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery, solidifying his status as a superstar in the league.

sports2 years ago

"Pastrnak Shines as Bruins Dominate Red Wings in NHL Showdown"

Boston Bruins star David Pastrnak admits that his second goal of the night, an empty-netter, was a result of luck rather than skill. Pastrnak was attempting to clear the zone and get a line change when he bounced the puck off the boards and watched it travel all the way into the Detroit Red Wings' net. Despite his elite goal-scoring abilities, Pastrnak confessed that he is "terrible" at pocket billiards. The Bruins will face the Florida Panthers on Monday.

sports2 years ago

Connor McDavid dominates NHL awards with multiple wins

Connor McDavid won the Hart Trophy for league MVP at the NHL Awards, but one voter inexplicably gave him a fifth-place vote. McDavid had a career-high 153 points and led the league with 64 goals. The lone dissenter gave David Pastrnak their first-place vote, despite McDavid being the clear favorite. McDavid also won the Ted Lindsay Award, the Art Ross Trophy, and the Rocket Richard Trophy for his outstanding season with the Edmonton Oilers.

sports2 years ago

"Connor McDavid's Dominance Shines at 2023 NHL Awards"

Connor McDavid received the Hart Trophy for league MVP at the NHL Awards, but one voter, Seth Rorabaugh of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, controversially gave him a fifth-place vote. McDavid had a sensational season, scoring a career-high 153 points and leading the league with 64 goals. Rorabaugh instead gave his first-place vote to David Pastrnak of the Boston Bruins. This is not the first time Rorabaugh has made unconventional voting choices. Despite the controversy, McDavid also won the Ted Lindsay Award, the Art Ross Trophy, and the Rocket Richard Trophy.

sports2 years ago

Boston Bruins Trade Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno to Blackhawks, David Pastrnak Reacts.

Boston Bruins star forward David Pastrnak reacted to the team's trade of Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno to the Chicago Blackhawks, saying it's tough to see friends go but understands it's part of the business. The Bruins made the trade to get cap relief, and head coach Jim Montgomery had a similar reaction to Pastrnak. The trade marks the first big move of the offseason for the Bruins.

sports2 years ago

NHL Trade Rumors: Flyers and Hurricanes in Talks for DeAngelo Deal

Boston Bruins winger David Pastrnak retweeted a tweet from a fan asking the team to bring back former teammate Torey Krug, who currently plays for the St. Louis Blues. Krug was reportedly involved in a trade with the Philadelphia Flyers, but the deal was put on hold when he refused to waive his no-trade clause. While a Krug return to the Bruins would be a cool story, it’s highly unlikely due to his cap hit and term left on his contract.

sports2 years ago

David Pastrnak's Injury and Future Plans Discussed Amidst Bruins' Playoff Loss.

David Pastrnak scored five goals against Florida despite dealing with a shoulder injury. He acknowledged during the team’s breakup day on Tuesday afternoon that he was dealt a shoulder injury during the first shift of Game 1 against Florida. Bergeron and Krejci’s future plans stand as the most consequential decisions ahead of a potentially transformative offseason for the Bruins. Patrice Bergeron was named as a finalist for the Frank J. Selke Trophy — awarded to the best defensive forward in the NHL.

sports2 years ago

Bruins' Pastrnak Plays Through Injury, Uncertainty Looms for Bergeron and Krejci.

Boston Bruins star David Pastrnak revealed he suffered a shoulder injury just seconds into getting onto the ice for Game 1 against the Florida Panthers in the playoffs, which limited his production for the majority of the series. However, his health improved into the latter stages of the series and he finished tied for the team lead in goals with five. Pastrnak added the injury he battled through will not require any offseason surgery.

sports2 years ago

Bruins' Game 7 Loss and Philosophical Musings: Panthers' Stupefying Upset.

The Boston Bruins' Game 7 loss to the Florida Panthers in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs will be a painful reminder of how much work it takes to win in professional sports. The team faces the possibility of a drastically different roster next season, with longtime mainstays Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci both having decisions to make about their futures. David Pastrnak acknowledged the emotional toll of the loss and the potential changes to the team, saying that the pain may only get worse with time.

sports2 years ago

Bergeron's Impact on Bruins' Lineup and Partnerships.

Patrice Bergeron is set to make his playoff debut for the Boston Bruins after missing the first four games of the first-round series with the Panthers due to an upper body injury. Head coach Jim Montgomery may change up Bergeron's linemates, with Tyler Bertuzzi and David Pastrnak potentially joining him on the ice. Bergeron is open to playing with anyone and believes the team has depth and talent. Bertuzzi has only played with Bergeron and Brad Marchand once, but the trio dominated in terms of puck possession.

sports2 years ago

Tyler Bertuzzi Shines in Playoff Debut for Bruins

Tyler Bertuzzi, acquired by the Boston Bruins from the Detroit Red Wings to add depth up front, made an immediate impact in his first postseason appearance with two assists, two blocked shots, and two hits in 18:41 minutes of ice time in Boston's 3-1 win over the Florida Panthers. Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery praised Bertuzzi's hockey sense and elite poise, while Bertuzzi himself felt good after getting a couple of shifts under him and playing in front of the TD Garden crowd.

sports2 years ago

Boston Bruins poised for historic NHL playoff run in 2023.

The 2022-23 Boston Bruins are the most impressive professional hockey team ever, with 65 wins and 135 regular-season points, both league records. They lack flaws and have ascended to levels of good so historic that it will be a tremendous disappointment if they don't win 16 more games and lift the Cup. However, they are in immense danger of falling short because everyone is in danger in this tournament. The Bruins are the first team to ever have one goalie win 40 games and another win 20.

sports2 years ago

"2023 NHL Playoffs: Bruins and Panthers Face Off in First Round"

The Boston Bruins, who won more games in the regular season than any other team in NHL history, will face the Florida Panthers in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Panthers struggled early in the season but turned it on at the end to claim the second wild card in the East. The Bruins have the best duo in hockey with Linus Ullmark and Jeremy Swayman, while David Pastrnak scored an NHL career-high 61 goals in 82 games this season. The Panthers will need strong goaltending from Alex Lyon or Sergei Bobrovsky to have a chance against the Bruins.