Brad Marchand Not Putting Too Much Stock Into Bruins’ Game 2 Blowout Win

The Boston Bruins took a reasonably large leg up on the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday. Boston thumped the Hurricanes 6-2 at TD Garden in Game 2, taking a reasonably commanding 2-Zero collection lead because the Eastern Conference Final heads to Raleigh, N.C. for the subsequent two video games. Tuukka Rask famous that he doesn’t suppose the Canes are executed simply but, and Brad Marchand echoed these sentiments. The winger refused to place an excessive amount of inventory into the blowout. To hear Marchand and Zdeno Chara’s postgame feedback, take a look at “NESN Sports Today,” introduced by People’s Unite Bank. ... NESN.com

Blackhawks stars rating three targets in Team USA’s 7-1 blowout of

KOSICE, Slovakia — The United States rebounded from an upset loss to Slovakia within the opening recreation on the ice hockey world championship by routing France 7-1 on Sunday. After shedding 4-1 to the host, the U.S. was not prepared for an additional upset. Alex DeBrincat scored twice and Frank Vatrano added one in lower than two minutes to set the tempo early within the opening interval for the U.S. to take command within the Group A recreation in Kosice. Colin White additionally had two whereas Patrick Kane, who captained the Americans to the bronze medal finally 12 months’s worlds in Denmark, scored his first aim in Slovakia and added an help. Chris Kreider added one for the

Bruins Aim To Avenge Opening Night Blowout, Turn Tide Against Capitals

Bruins Aim To Avenge Opening Night Blowout, Turn Tide Against Capitals

It’s hard to forget the shellacking the Boston Bruins were dealt by the Washington Capitals on opening night in Washington D.C. The Bruins have come a long way since that 7-0 drubbing against the defending Stanley Cup champions, but there always seems to be a little bit more on the line whenever the B’s take on the Caps. Perhaps it’s the recent track record. Washington is 10-0-3 in its last 13 contests against the Bruins. But the Black and Gold are riding a five-game winning streak entering Thursday night’s contest at TD Garden, and it seems like Boston has its eyes set on turning the tables on a team that has given them

Colin Cowherd Dumps All Over Dolphins After Blowout Loss To Patriots

Colin Cowherd Dumps All Over Dolphins After Blowout Loss To Patriots

Colin Cowherd’s suspicions were confirmed Sunday: The Miami Dolphins aren’t ready for success. The Dolphins rolled into Gillette Stadium with an undefeated record and a two-game lead over the New England Patriots, who had suffered back-to-back losses to the Jacksonville Jaguars and Detroit Lions. But rather than prove themselves as legitimate AFC contenders, the ‘Fins looked like fish out of water as the Pats cruised to a 38-7 win. Cowherd wasted little time Monday in dumping all over the Dolphins, who he ranked No. 10 in last week’s “Herd Hierarchy” while leaving out the Patriots. The FS1 host said he was hesitant to rank Miami so highly in... NESN.com

Complete Team Effort Key To Bruins’ Blowout Win Over Calgary Flames

Complete Team Effort Key To Bruins’ Blowout Win Over Calgary Flames

The Bruins had an impressive 5-2 comeback victory over the Calgary Flames Tuesday night in Boston. The Bruins found themselves trailing 2-1 after the first period and came back to completely shut down the Flames offense in a dominant final 40 minutes. With leadership and focus from the veterans, to grit and hustle from the rookies, the Bruins pulled off an all-around team win. For Jack Edwards’ and Andy Brickley’s game breakdown, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com

Sharks Turn Predators Into Prey, Eliminate Nashville In Game 7 Blowout

The beards are coming. Joe Thornton, Logan Couture and the San Jose Sharks advanced to the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2011 with a 5-0 Game 7 shutout of the Nashville Predators on Thursday night. Five different Sharks scored goals on the evening. Logan Couture finished with a game-high three points on a goal and two assists, while Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau each had a goal and an assist apiece. This four-on-one goal was sort of a microcosm of the night. The Sharks will face the St. Louis Blues, who defeated the Dallas Stars earlier this week in a Game 7 of their own. Thumbnail photo

Celtics Swing For Fences But Come Up Empty In Blowout Loss To Clippers

The Boston Celtics have a lot of good things going for them, but star power isn’t exactly one of them. So, when the Celtics found themselves down early Monday night to the talent-laden Los Angeles Clippers, they faced a bit of a dilemma: Chip away with some hard-nosed play, or try to match the Clippers shot for shot. Needless to say, they chose the wrong course of action. Boston’s offense suffered through one of its more disappointing outputs of the season, as the C’s shot 35 percent from the floor and placed just three players (Isaiah Thomas, Marcus Smart and Avery Bradley) in double figures in a 24-point loss at Staples Center. “I