Why Two NHL Coaches Like Bruins’ Chances Against Maple Leafs In First Round

In what undoubtedly is essentially the most intriguing and anticipated first-round matchup of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs will meet for the second-consecutive season in a best-of-seven sequence. It’s been fairly inevitable for a lot of the season that the 2 sides would meet within the first spherical, with each groups holding down the No. 2 and No. three seeds within the Atlantic Division for almost all of the common season. Now, the Original Six rivals will gear up so as to add one other chapter to their already hefty compilation of historical past. Toronto is an elite offensive workforce, whereas the Bruins tout maybe one of

Sean Kuraly, Chris Wagner React To Bruins’ Win Over Maple Leafs

Sean Kuraly, Chris Wagner React To Bruins’ Win Over Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins continue to get offense from unexpected places. The B’s fourth line of Noel Acciari, Sean Kuraly and Chris Wagner continued to produce, helping Boston to a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night. Kuraly posted his first career three-point game with a goal and two assists. Wagner added an assist. After the win, Kuraly and Wagner explained what has been clicking in the bottom six of late. To hear what they had to say, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com

Bruins’ Jaroslav Halak Praises Teammates In 4-2 Loss To Maple Leafs

Bruins’ Jaroslav Halak Praises Teammates In 4-2 Loss To Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins faced a tough loss Monday night at Scotiabank Arena against the Toronto Maple Leafs, but it could have been much worse had it not been for Jaroslav Halak. The Bruins netminder turned away 27 shots in Boston’s 4-2 loss to the Leafs and made plenty big saves throughout the contest. After the game, he credited his team, saying they “battled hard” especially in the second period. To hear from Halak, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com

David Pastrnak Nets Power Play Goal In Third Period Vs. Maple Leafs

David Pastrnak Nets Power Play Goal In Third Period Vs. Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins dropped a point when they lost to the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in overtime at Air Canada Centre on Friday night. However, there were plenty of positives to take away from the game, like David Pastrnak’s power play goal in the third period to put the Bruins up 2-1. To see Pastrnak’s goal, check out the Amica Coverage Cam video above. Thumbnail photo via Bob DeChiara/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com

Bruins Prepare For Crucial Back-To-Back Games Vs. Rival Maple Leafs

Bruins Prepare For Crucial Back-To-Back Games Vs. Rival Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins’ roster has been ravaged by injuries this season, and their November schedule isn’t doing the team any favors. The B’s have a tough stretch the rest of the month with games against many playoff-caliber opponents. It begins Friday and Saturday with a back-to-back set versus the rival Toronto Maple Leafs, who occupy second place in the Atlantic Division. For more on this matchup, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com

Bruins Wrap: B’s Comeback Falls Short in 6-5 Loss To Maple Leafs

Bruins Wrap: B’s Comeback Falls Short in 6-5 Loss To Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins couldn’t get back in the win column Saturday night as they lost a hard-fought 6-5 battle to the Toronto Maple Leafs at TD Garden. The B’s got on the board first before surrendering four straight goals to fall behind 4-1. Boston didn’t quit, however, as they stormed back to tie the game at four, and then again at five, before falling 6-5 on a goal with under two minutes remaining. David Pastrnak scored two goals for the Bruins, and rookie William Nylander notched a hat trick for the Maple Leafs. The Bruins fall to 26-23-6 with the loss, while the Maple Leafs improve to 24-17-9 with the victory. Here’s how