Tag: Tuukka Rask

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins – David Pastrnak and Goaltending

On the Boston Bruins and David Pastrnak ... Ty Anderson of WEEI: Restricted free agent David Pastrnak and the Boston Bruins don't appear to be any closer on a new deal. “I’d say we’re at the same point you asked…

Mark Easson

NHL Expansion Draft: Boston Bruins Primer

The Bruins are one of many teams in the NHL who will likely protect seven forwards, three defensemen and one goaltender, since going with eight skaters (which teams with deep defensive corps) will leave one of their top goal scorers…

Michael Augello

NHL Injuries: Penguins, Capitals, Predators, Ducks, Stars, Lightning and Bruins

On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Pens Inside Scoop: Coach Mike Sullivan said that Carl Hagelin is close to returning and is listed as day-to-day. He took some limited contact at practice yesterday. Pens Inside Scoop: Goaltender Matt Murray is still…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Florida Panthers and the Boston Bruins

On the Florida Panthers ... Harvey Fialkov of the Sun-Sentinel: A lot of the Florida Panthers young core are locked up to long-term deals. General manager/coach Tom Rowe said that though they may not be playing for NHL jobs down…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Tuukka Rask and the Boston Bruins

On the Boston Bruins and Tuukka Rask ... Joe Haggerty of CSNNE: Wondering if the Bruins are not trusting goaltender Tuukka Rask in big games as they once did. Rask has looked a little mentally rattled of late, especially after…

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Kristen Shilton of TSN: It's looking like the Maple Leafs won't be losing goaltender Frederik Andersen to a long-term injury. He was pulled on Saturday night, but was on the ice yesterday before practice,…

Mark Easson

Eastern Conference Injuries: Maple Leafs, Bruins, Panthers, Islanders, Hurricanes, Devils and Senators

On the Toronto Maple Leafs ... Chris Johnston: Goaltender Frederik Andersen left last night's game early with an upper-body injury. Chris Johnston: Coach Mike Babcock said that the Sabres doctor thought that Andersen should be pulled from the game. Chris…

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers

On the Boston Bruins ... Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe: Even though Tuukka Rask isn't expected to miss any time, the Bruins realize they may have to acquire a backup goalie before the trade deadline. “When you look…

Mark Easson

Eastern Conference Injuries: Bruins, Panthers, Devils, Red Wings, and Capitals

On the Boston Bruins ... Kevin Paul Dupont of the Boston Globe: Bruins coach Claude Julien said that Patrice  Bergeron is day-to-day. “When we say he is day-to-day, he’s doing really well,” said Julien, referring to Bergeron. “I am certainly…

Mark Easson

Eastern Conference Injuries: Pens, Habs, Panthers, Devils, Flyers, Caps and Bruins

On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... NHL.com: Penguins forward Conor Sheary will be out four to six weeks with an upper-body injury. Sheary played almost 17 minutes on Tuesday, but didn't practice yesterday. Evgeni Malkin (lower-body) skated before practice yesterday. "…

Mark Easson

Eastern Conference Injuries: Habs, Bruins, Caps, Rangers, Leafs, Wings and More

On the Montreal Canadiens ... Amanda Stein: Forward Alex Galchenyuk is out tonight and is day-to-day with a knee issue. It's the same knee that caused him to miss 18 games earlier this season. Brian Wilde: Galchenyuk re-aggravated his previous…

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Devils, Panthers, Canucks, Sharks, Stars, Preds and Jets

On the Boston Bruins ... Joe Haggerty of CSNNE: Winger Matt Beleskey skated yesterday with teammates for the first time since suffering a knee injury in early December. He was expected to miss six weeks. He's not ready for today,…

Mark Easson