David Backes was a wholesome scratch all through the Boston Bruins’ Stanley Cup run that got here to a bitter finish with a Game 7 loss in opposition to his former workforce, the St. Louis Blues. The ahead spoke to reporters Friday and touched upon his future in black and gold. While he didn’t give an excessive amount of data, Backes did say he needs to stay in Boston, however he’d have a clearer reply later this month. To hear Backes’ full feedback, try the “NESN Sports Today” video above, offered by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com
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Ryan Donato On First NHL Postseason Game: ‘Best Atmosphere I’ve Ever Played In’
BOSTON — Ryan Donato has played on some pretty big stages throughout his hockey journey. But his first career NHL postseason game tops them all. “Best atmosphere I’ve ever played in,” Donato told NESN.com following the Boston Bruins’ 7-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup playoffs’ first round Saturday night. “It’s something I grew up dreaming about and obviously it’s a dream come true and a blessing to be able to have that opportunity to play in front of the crowd like this,” Donato — who led Team USA in scoring with five goals and an assist at the 2018 Winter Olympics — added. Since ... NESN.com