Missed Opportunities, Mental Mistakes Haunt Bruins In 5-3 Loss To Ducks

Share this: The Boston Bruins had their chances to beat the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night. However, the B’s were unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities and found themselves trailing the play too often which led to a 5-3 loss. The loss snapped the Bruins four-game winning streak and handed them their first loss under interim head coach Bruce Cassidy. Hear NESN’s Billy Jaffe break down the loss to the Ducks in the video from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank, above. More Stories Source link

Cristiano Ronaldo crowned Best FIFA Men’s Player

Cristiano Ronaldo crowned Best FIFA Men’s Player

Cristiano Ronaldo has completed a clean sweep of major individual awards this season after being voted The Best FIFA Men's Player 2016 at a ceremony in Zurich.A month ago Ronaldo, 31, reclaimed the Ballon d'Or from Lionel Messi and in August was handed the UEFA Best Player in Europe Award for a second time. Cristiano Ronaldo: My Portugal storyThose accolades were recognition for a memorable year in which Ronaldo lifted the UEFA Champions League before captaining his country to a first international... UEFA.com - News

Jarolím handed Czech Republic reins

Karel Jarolím has been appointed Czech Republic coach after agreeing to leave Mladá Boleslav.Jarolím, 59, has signed a two-year contract with an option to extend the terms until 2020. The anointed successor to Pavel Vrba, Jarolím will remain in charge of Mladá Boleslav until 25 August to lead them in UEFA Europa League qualifying."A coach who has achieved great results is coming – I believe he can be as successful with our national team," Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) chairman Miroslav Pelta said. "The first step is to create a side that can fight for FIFA World Cup qualification."Former midfielder Jarolím guided Slavia Praha to Czech tit...

Robin Van Persie handed captain’s armband

Arsene Wenger hailed the leadership qualities of Robin van Persie after confirming the Dutchman will be Arsenal's new captain.GettyImagesRobin van Persie has replaced Cesc Fabregas as Arsenal's new captain• Toon, Arsenal charged by FA• Cesc tips young duo to shineVan Persie takes over from Cesc Fabregas following the Spain international's move to Barcelona, assuming the role of captain seven years after he moved to the Gunners.Wenger announced his decision in the pre-match programme notes for Arsenal's Champions League qualifier with Udinese. Van Persie is suspended for the match after the fallout to Arsenal's exit at the hands of Barcelona last season, so his reign will effectively start in the weekend's league clash with Liverpool.Thomas Vermaelen has been confirmed as vice-captain, meaning the