Matt Grzelcyk turned 24 years old on Friday, but he’s been composed like a veteran on the Boston Bruins’ blue line in his rookie season. The Boston University product has contributed one goal and four assists while tallying a plus-13 skating on the third pairing alongside Kevan Miller. For more on the Grzelcyk’s impact on the Bruins, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com
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Zdeno Chara’s Quick Thinking Saves Potential Goal In Win Over Red Wings
With the game tied in the second period and the Detroit Red Wings threatening, Zdeno Chara came up with a huge save for the Boston Bruins in their 3-1 win at TD Garden on Saturday. Off a shot in front of the net, the puck slowly trickled past goaltender Tuukka Rask, and Chara, who was at the top of the crease, saw the puck and swatted it away before it could cross the goal line. Check out the heads-up play in the “DCU Save of the Day” video above, presented by Digital Federal Credit Union. Thumbnail photo via Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports ... NESN.com
Bruins’ Youth Shines In Stellar Scoring Display Vs. Blue Jackets
The Boston Bruins crushed the Columbus Blue Jackets 7-2 on Monday night, and the offense was led by the team’s young, skilled players. Charlie McAvoy, Danton Heinen, Anders Bjork, David Pastrnak and Jake DeBrusk, all of whom were drafted in 2014 or later, scored a goal and/or picked up an assist for the B’s. For more on Bruins-Blue Jackets, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com
Alex Cora, Aaron Boone Excited To Again Be Part Of Red Sox-Yankees Rivalry
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora and New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone are in their first years as managers, but they certainly are familiar with the rivalry they now are involved in. Both of their respective teams are hoping to make some major moves during the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings, with the Red Sox looking to add an impact bat, especially after the Yankees’ acquisition of Giancarlo Stanton. To hear more from both skippers, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com
Giancarlo Stanton’s Agent: Red Sox Never Were Presented As Trade Option
We might never know whether Giancarlo Stanton would have accepted a trade to the Boston Red Sox. According to Stanton’s agent, Joel Wolfe, the Red Sox never were presented as a possible trade destination for the All-Star outfielder during the Miami Marlins’ negotiations. Stanton, of course, waived his no-trade clause to join the New York Yankees, who officially introduced him Monday during a news conference at the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. This seemingly would explain why the Red Sox weren’t really linked to Stanton during his final days with the Marlins. It’s somewhat surprising, though, as Boston could use... NESN.com
Bruins Enjoying Best Stretch Of Season With Seven Wins In Last 10 Games
The Boston Bruins have won seven of their last 10 games, marking their best stretch of the season. The Bruins have gone from 14th out of 16 Eastern Conference teams in point pace all to third place in the Atlantic Division. Boston’s latest win came Thursday night in a 6-1 thrashing of the Arizona Coyotes. To hear Bruce Cassidy’s postgame talk with NESN’s Jack Edwards and Andy Brickley, check out the “Bruins Overtime Live” video above, presented by Ace Ticket. Thumbnail photo via Greg M. Cooper/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com
Ducks Capitalize On Bruins’ Defensive Mistakes In 4-2 Win Over Boston
The Boston Bruins played well for prolonged periods of Wednesday night’s game at Honda Center, but they lacked finish in their 4-2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. The Ducks capitalized on their scoring chances and Bruins mistakes, and that was the difference in a matchup between two teams that have been ravaged by injuries this season. To watch Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy’s take on the loss, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com