Ryan Spooner ‘Happy To Help Out’ In Bruins’ Impressive Win Vs. Senators

Ryan Spooner ‘Happy To Help Out’ In Bruins’ Impressive Win Vs. Senators

The Boston Bruins got contributions from almost everyone in their 5-0 win over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. Ryan Spooner, who hadn’t scored in seven games, potted two goals and center David Krejci scored in his first game back from an upper body injury. Meanwhile, Tuukka Rask stopped all 25 shots that were sent his way to record his second shutout of the season and improve Boston’s record in the month of December to 10-2-2. After the game, Spooner told reporters that he’s “happy to help” his team out during their recent hot stretch. To hear his postgame comments, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by... NESN.com

Bruins Get Great Contributions On Backend In Win Vs. Senators

Bruins Get Great Contributions On Backend In Win Vs. Senators

The Boston Bruins were red-hot before they went on their three-day holiday break, and they continued their good habits in their return to the ice Wednesday. Boston got contributions from all over the ice in its 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators at TD Garden, including stellar play from Kevan Miller, Brandon Carlo, Ryan Spooner, Riley Nash and Matt Grzelcyk. Nash scored two goals and showcased his 200-foot game the Bruins’ have touted for some time, while Miller scored his first goal of the season and Grzelyck added two assists in a dominant effort from the Black and Gold. For NESN’s Jack Edwards’ and Andy Brickley’s take on the Bruins’ ... NESN.com

Senators Fans Celebrate In Most Canadian Way After Ottawa Eliminates Rangers

Senators Fans Celebrate In Most Canadian Way After Ottawa Eliminates Rangers

Stereotypes generally are bad, but there are worse things than being known for being nice and polite all the time. The Ottawa Senators beat the New York Rangers 4-2 in their second-round Stanley Cup playoff series at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, punching their ticket to the Eastern Conference finals. After the win, Sens fans in Ottawa reached peak Canada by celebrating in the street, but only when traffic allowed it. The Senators will find out who they get to face in the Eastern Conference finals after the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals meet Thursday night for Game 7 of their second-round playoff series. And if Washington wins, we mig... NESN.com

Did Senators Player ‘Chirping’ David Krejci Wake Up Bruins In Game 5?

Did Senators Player ‘Chirping’ David Krejci Wake Up Bruins In Game 5?

The Boston Bruins seemed to have a fire lit under them in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators. And it might have been the Sens’ own fault. The Bruins were able to win to pick up the 3-2 win in overtime Friday after falling behind 2-0 in the second period while facing elimination. But Boston coach Bruce Cassidy thought it might’ve had something to do with what was said to David Krejci after the Bruins forward took a knee-on-knee hit from Senators defenseman Chris Wideman at the end of the opening period. “I think when the hit on Krejci, when they started chirping (Krejci), I think

Senators’ Craig Anderson Denies Marchand, Bergeron And Backes In Crazy Sequence

Senators’ Craig Anderson Denies Marchand, Bergeron And Backes In Crazy Sequence

The Boston Bruins were chasing the Ottawa Senators all night in Monday nights 4-2 loss in Ottawa. The Senators led the entire game after they scored two early goals in the first period and Senators goalie Craig Anderson only allowed two goals on 27 shots by the Bruins. Perhaps the three most important saves of the night by Anderson came in the first period when he denied Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron, and David Backes in the same sequence. All three Bruins had a chance to score on three consecutive shots but Anderson stopped all of them. To see Anderson reject all three shots check out the video above for the DCU Save

Bruins Prepare For Important Matchup With Second-Place Senators

Bruins Prepare For Important Matchup With Second-Place Senators

The Boston Bruins are 8-2-0 under interim head coach Bruce Cassidy. The team is playing its best hockey of the season, and it’ll need to play another strong game on the road Monday night against the Ottawa Senators. The Sens are two points above the B’s for second place in the Atlantic Division, and another two points for either club would be a nice jolt to its playoff hopes. For more, check out the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com