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A win like that is obviously a big one, and it can provide a team with a healthy dose of confidence. Head coach Bruce Cassidy admitted as much after the win, but also cautioned against anyone -- either inside or outside the locker room -- from thinking too far ahead based on the results of one game in March.
The Boston Bruins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 to move ahead of the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
How you feel about that inactivity up front likely ties in to your larger outlook on the forthcoming postseason, and how far you believe these Bruins might be able to go.
With the celebrations that accompany championships, Tampa Bay athletes are continuing the time-honored tradition of partying rather hard.
Tom Brady is rooting for the Tampa Bay Lightning to repeat as Cup champs. Naturally. It's still strange to see.
It may or may not be fair to say that Boston underachieved, but now at least the Bruins know that they lost at the hands of the best hockey team in the world.
From October through March, the Bruins had one of the best seasons in their history, and now they have nothing to show for it.
The bubble has burst for the Boston Bruins.
Game 5, in a bubble, facing elimination, down a goal, on the power play. Sounds like the perfect time for Patrice Bergeron to active Full Bergeron Mode.
Bruce Cassidy will rely on his top players to keep the Bruins afloat in the playoffs on Monday night, but Boston's bottom line could look a lot different in Game 5 against the Lightning.
Head coach Bruce Cassidy believes that in their series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Boston Bruins are getting the "short end of the stick."
The Boston Bruins weren't at their best on Saturday afternoon. Against the Tampa Bay Lightning, that's generally going to lead to a loss. In this case, it has the Bruins one game away from the end of their season.
Bruins winger Nick Ritchie was assessed a penalty in the first period of Saturday's Game 4 for avenging what he deemed to be a questionable hit by the opponent. In the second period, he threw a questionable hit of his own.
Before the puck dropped on Game 4 between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins, the NHL addressed the situation with a clear and concise video presentation explaining the league's goals going forward.
The NHL is ready to return to play, and the Bruins will resume their playoff series with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday afternoon as part of a hockey triple-header.
The cancellation and boycotting of games in the wake of shootings in Wisconsin has made its way to the NHL.
In the Stanley Cup Playoffs, teams tend to create their own luck. The Bruins only created bad luck for themselves in Game 3.
With an emphatic 7-1 victory in Game 3, the Tampa Bay Lightning seized a 2-1 series lead over the Boston Bruins. With an exclamation point.
With the words "End Racism" displayed on the video board, the public address announcer at Scotia Bank Arena in Toronto stated the NHL's commitment to combating racial injustice.
The Bruins could have won Game 2 vs. Tampa. But should they have? Not really.
With Game 3 set to begin less than 24 hours after the overtime period of Game 2 concluded, Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy isn't quite sure which goaltender he'll be sending out between the pipes
It's officially a series.
The Lightning's determination gave way to a wee bit of frustration, thanks to two game-altering events in the first five minutes of the game.
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh suffered an undisclosed injury during Game 1. As a result, he won't be able to play in Game 2.
The Bruins are expecting the Lightning to play much better to start Game 2, and know they cannot get too comfortable after taking Game 1.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The MBTA is launching a new official app as it prepares to bring an end to speed restrictions.
More than 200 pieces of sports memorabilia owned by Larry Lucchino are going up for auction with all proceeds benefitting charity.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden Thursday afternoon to celebrate their 18th NBA title
If you buy tickets to a concert or game in Massachusetts and suddenly can't go, it's going to be a lot more difficult to get rid of them.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
People in Holbrook said they woke up to muddy water coming out of their pipes this week.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney said "change is hard," but he believes it was the right time to fire head coach Jim Montgomery as the team struggles early in the season.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night in Boston.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.