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Bruins' Hampus Lindholm saves best playoff performance for right time in Game 7 win

Lindholm played a crucial role in the Bruins' Game 7 win with a game-tying goal and game-winning assist. [ more ]

Boston.com

5 days ago

Jaylen Brown's elite shooting performance helps Celtics take 2-1 series lead over Cavaliers

One of the keys to Jaylen Brown's success is his ability to make the right play even after scoring multiple times in a row. [ more ]

Boston.com

Here are Derrick White's finest moments in a Celtics uniform, according to his teammates

Derrick White showcases humility and teamwork, prioritizing team success over personal accomplishments. [ more ]

Boston.com

David Pastrnak meets the moment with Game 7 heroics vs. Maple Leafs

David Pastrnak stepped up in a Game 7 moment, proving his value and being the hero the team needed. [ more ]

Boston.com

5 days ago

Sam Bennett's return for Panthers spells bad news for Bruins

Sam Bennett plays a crucial role in Florida Panthers' success and embodies their identity. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Bruins pushed to G7, want more from Pastrnak

Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery identified the need for star forward David Pastrnak to step up and make big plays in critical moments. [ more ]

Blue Seat Blogs

New York Rangers

Rangers Recap: Mile-High Dub - Blue Seat Blogs

The New York Rangers had a gutsy win against a team with the best home record in the NHL.

Igor Shesterkin showcased a stellar performance, proving to be playoff-ready and significantly improving from earlier in the season. [ more ]

Maple Leafs Hotstove

Toronto Maple Leafs

What should and shouldn't be made of the Maple Leafs' 18-2-1 all-time record without Morgan Rielly? - MLHS Podcast Clip

The Maple Leafs' success without Morgan Rielly in the lineup during a favorable part of the schedule.

Discussions on Rielly's impact as a playoff performer and a strong presence on the team. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Rangers showing championship pedigree, finding multiple ways to win | amNewYork

Igor Shesterkin's incredible performance with 54 saves propelled the New York Rangers to a 2-0 series lead against the Carolina Hurricanes. [ more ]

Blue Seat Blogs

2 days ago

New York Rangers

Rangers digging themselves a hole: 1 goal is not enough against Carolina

The New York Rangers need urgent fixes to avoid elimination after a disappointing performance against the Carolina Hurricanes. [ more ]

NESN.com

Jim Montgomery Gives Honest Assessment Of Charlie McAvoy's Play

McAvoy's uncharacteristic performance in Game 2 reflects a concerning trend in his postseason play for the Boston Bruins. [ more ]

NESN.com

3 weeks ago

John Beecher Brings Bruins Energy From Start In Playoff Debut

John Beecher's impactful performance set the tone for the Boston Bruins' victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs. [ more ]

NESN.com

Bruins Notes: Boston Meets Playoff-Style Intensity With Offense

The Boston Bruins showcased their playoff capabilities by earning a crucial victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, emphasizing the importance of timely responses and maintaining momentum. [ more ]

Boston.com

Jayson Tatum scores 25 to lead Celtics past Cavaliers 113-98 and into 3rd consecutive East finals

Celtics advance to Eastern Conference finals with a 4-1 win over Cavaliers. [ more ]

Boston.com

10 hours ago

Celtics earn the praise of the vanquished Cavaliers: 'Man, they've got some dogs'

The Celtics are poised for a deep playoff run, with key players performing well and making necessary adjustments. [ more ]

Boston.com

Jrue Holiday explains why he decided to sign a long-term deal with Celtics

Jrue Holiday aims to win multiple championships with the Boston Celtics. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

The Celtics are a great regular-season team. But the playoffs remain a mystery

Boston Celtics achieved a historic win against the Golden State Warriors, showcasing dominant performance and setting NBA records.

Despite a strong start, the Celtics faced issues with late-game execution and struggles in close games, highlighting recurring problems from previous postseasons. [ more ]

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RMNB

3 days ago

Chicago Bears

Ivan Miroshnichenko's postgame speech after helping Hershey eliminate Lehigh Valley: 'Next round Bears go hunt wolf'

The Hershey Bears eliminated the Lehigh Valley Phantoms from the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs with a 5-3 victory led by Ivan Miroshnichenko. [ more ]

ESPN.com

3 days ago

National Hockey League

Exploring the legend of 'Playoff Bob': What Sergei Bobrovsky's teammates (and the stats) say

Despite a positive team performance, Sergei Bobrovsky's individual stats in the 2024 playoffs have not been as impressive as his 'Playoff Bob' reputation. [ more ]

The Hockey Writers

National Hockey League

Oilers Move On to 2nd Round After 4-3 Win Over Kings in Game 5 - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More

The Edmonton Oilers advanced to the second round of the playoffs for the third consecutive year after defeating the Los Angeles Kings in Game 5. [ more ]

NESN.com

11 hours ago

Bruins Make Notable Change To Power Play Ahead Of Game 6

Coach Montgomery led a power-play meeting to address team alignment on successful strategies.

Brad Marchand returned to the power-play unit after the meeting, with positive outcomes observed during practice. [ more ]

NESN.com

National Basketball Association

Jim Montgomery Expects To Stay Mad Until Bruins' Game 6 Vs Leafs

Remaining frustrated and motivated after a disappointing playoff game can fuel a team's determination for future success. [ more ]

sportslens.com

3 days ago

Will Brandon Ingram be traded by the Pelicans this offseason?

The Pelicans are expected to explore trading veteran SF Brandon Ingram during the offseason. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

LA Clippers

Hernandez: James Harden delivers a trademark disappearing act at the worst time for the Clippers

James Harden had a poor playoff performance in the Clippers' loss to the Mavericks, raising concerns about his consistency and impact on the team. [ more ]

The Athletic

New York Knicks

Joel Embiid - battling Bell's palsy - turns in his finest playoff performance yet

Embiid battled Bell's palsy and a knee injury to lead the 76ers to victory in a crucial playoff game. [ more ]

ESPN.com

3 weeks ago

New York Knicks

Supporting cast picks up Brunson, N.Y. in opener

Teammates stepped up when Jalen Brunson had an off night in the Knicks' playoff win. [ more ]

Posting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Discrediting and mislabeling of Jalen Brunson inexplicably continues

Jalen Brunson's impressive stats merit MVP discussions.

Media coverage of Brunson has been skewed and unfair, despite his stellar performance. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

4 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Steelers

'I Think The Steelers Are In A Little Bit Of Trouble:' Former Scout Still Believes Pittsburgh Should've Fired Mike Tomlin

Middlekauff expresses continued skepticism towards Mike Tomlin's coaching, advocating for a new direction for the Pittsburgh Steelers. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Pittsburgh Steelers

Florio: QB Mason Rudolph Still 'In Play' To Return To Pittsburgh

Mason Rudolph may re-sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers despite the addition of Russell Wilson.

Rudolph performed well in his recent starts, leading the Steelers to the playoffs with impressive stats. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Pittsburgh Steelers

Radio Host Sees 'Same Old' Steelers: '10 And 7 With Russell Wilson Staring You In The Face'

Russell Wilson seen as an upgrade by some but doubts about his ability to elevate the Steelers to the next level.

Concerns that the Steelers might continue to be conservative in their play-calling even with Wilson as their QB. [ more ]

Steelers Depot