It appears Tuukka Rask’s leave of absence is over, and now we wait for more answers. The Boston Bruins goalie was on the ice for the team’s practice Tuesday morning, according to reporters in attendance. It’s Rask’s first appearance with the team since being granted a leave of absence for personal reasons on Friday. The nature of those personal reasons is still unclear, and perhaps Rask will speak with the media after Bruins practice. The B’s are going on a four-game road trip which begins Wednesday night in Colorado, and it’s still unclear whether Rask will make the trip with the team. However, goalie Dan Vladar, who was recalled on a... NESN.com
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Bruins Notes: Tuukka Rask’s Struggles Prompt Praise For Jaroslov Halak
Not much went right for the Bruins on Wednesday night. The Capitals hoisted their Stanley Cup championship banner and went on to beat Boston 7-0 in the season opener for both teams. The beatdown began just 24 seconds after the puck dropped as Washington had complete control of the game from start to finish. B’s goalie Tuukka Rask was pulled midway through the second period after he allowed five goals on 19 shots, including three goals on three shots in 3:11. Head coach Bruce Cassidy mentioned he thought about pulling the goalie when the team went down 4-0, but wanted to give a chance to bounce back. “Yeah, I thought we’d respond at
Tuukka Rask’s Impressive Crease Coverage Results In Big Save Vs. Penguins
The Boston Bruins had an exciting 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night at TD Garden. And though it wasn’t exactly a defensive battle between the two sides, B’s netminder Tuukka Rask nevertheless made a stunning save while getting knocked over to help keep the Bruins in a position to win. To see the save, check out “DCU Save of the Day” video above, presented by Digital Federal Credit Union. Thumbnail photo via Bob DeChiara/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com
Bruins Coach Bruce Cassidy Praises Tuukka Rask’s Effort In Win Over Flyers
Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy had a lot to be happy about after his team’s 3-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. Boston picked up its sixth win in seven games, and much-maligned goalie Tuukka Rask picked up his second straight win. Cassidy had significant praise for Rask after the game, as the veteran netminder appears to be coming out of his season-long funk. To hear Cassidy’s thought’s on the win, check out the above video “Bruins Overtime Live,” presented by Ace Ticket. Thumbnail photo via Greg M. Cooper/USA TODAY Sports Images ... NESN.com