Bruins 2 - Blue Jackets 1 SO
8 Golden Points:
1. The win streak keeps rollin' on. This was hands down the ugliest win of the streak and probably of the season, but I'll take it. Columbus is sitting in the cellar of the league and could've stole 2 points if it wasn't for the guy I'll talk about in Golden Point numero dose. I feared the Bruins would have a let down this game and was actually bracing for a loss. They do a great job of getting mentally amped for games versus some of the top dogs in the league, but just can't seem to get there for the games they should easily win.
2. Once again, Rask got a start... once again, Rask played very well... and once again, the Bruins played poorly in front of him. Why can't this team play well in front of Rask?! This was a game the B's could've lost, but the play of Rask kept them in it and ultimately won it for them. It's a very good sign that Rask is getting a lot of starts early and taking advantage of them. He's now 3-3 on the year with a 2.32 GAA and .919 SAA. Those numbers don't blow me out of the water, but I'll take it.
3. Ahh you had to know one of the points was going to be about McQuaider this post. The Dude scored his first of MANY goals of the season. Okay, he may not get many... ALRIGHT he WON'T get many, but damnit let me dream. This is one of those goals you love to see. The defenseman at the point just throws the puck towards the net, hoping to get a tip or a juicy rebound. This time it paid off for McQuaid as his shot had eyes and decided to go in. He played a pretty good game defensively too considering he was going against the top line and getting paired with Chara. His play drew some positive feedback from both the captain and the coach. Score one for the Dude.
4. No, Seguin did not show up on the score sheet. No, he didn't score in the shootout (but should've...he deked the shit out of Sanford). I just can't remember the last time the Bruins had a player like him. Literally every time Seguin touches the puck you scooch your heiny to the edge of your seat waiting for something awesome to happen. He plays with so much speed and he's just so damn good. Just felt like sharing...
5. Shawn Thornton is the man. Although the fight with Jared Boll was a draw to maybe slight edge Boll, that still doesn't matter. Thornton...is...the...man. He was very heated after the bout. I tried figuring out what he was pissed about. Some people say it's because Boll went catwoman on his ass and scratched his face, some say Boll went WWF on his ass and went for the illegal eye gauge. Either way, "The Code" was broken and Thornton was not happy. I think he needs a hug.
6. I use to hate the shootout because the B's SUCKED at it. Knock on some friggin' wood, but the B's are undefeated in them so far. I'd still prefer to see Bergeron on it instead of Peverley, but hey, if it ain't broke don't fix it. It does help we have some stellar goaltenders too.
7. Pepe Le Pouliot in instead of Caron... poor decision and I'm not even going to elaborate. If you want a fun drinking game, take a shot every time Pouliot falls on his ass. You'll soon be falling as much as him.
8. With Ference out for a few games and with Johnny Rocket out with the flu this game, we've gotten a look at Kampfer again for a few games. I haven't written anything about him, which is both good and bad. I guess more good. I guess that means he hasn't made any boneheaded plays. I'll try to pay a little more attention to him next game to see if I can give you guys a little more color...or as the Canadians say... colour.
Next Up: Saturday night vs. Islanders (5 - 8 - 3 13 pts)
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