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fromBoston Herald
3 months ago

Bruins notebook: Brass hopes edge can overcome lack of scoring

The 2025-26 Bruins will emphasize defense, physical bottom-six depth, and goaltending over high-end scoring, aiming for low-scoring wins while seeking added offense during the season.
fromRaptors Republic
3 months ago

'Everything starts on the defensive end, we want to dominate on that end' Darko Rajakovic on Toronto's focus this year

In the opening moments of his media day availability, Toronto Raptors head coach made it clear what the Toronto Raptors will be hanging their hat on this year and that's defense. Last season after the all star break the Toronto Raptors had the second best defense in the league, only behind the 2025 NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder. "When we talk about defense I really believe that everything starts with Scottie Barnes... our identity starts with him" said Rajakovic.
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