GDT: GAME #33 12/18 1 PM - Los Angeles at BRUINS | NESN, SN, WZLX-FM 100.7

[Fenway]

Today's Officials

Referees Evgeny Romasko (39), Tom Kowal (32)
Linesmen Steve Miller (89), Brad Kovachik (71)

Ntl. Anthem Mackenzie Clement





WAYBACK MACHINE






BOSTON vs LOS ANGELES, LIFETIME SERIES

The Bruins and Kings are meeting for the 138th time in their histories with the Bruins having a 82-38-13-4 record and 547-429 scoring edge in those games.

The Bruins are 47-13-6-3 in their 69 home games of this lifetime series with a 305-197 scoring advantage in those contests.

The Kings won both games of last season’s series with Boston’s last win over the Kings a 3-1 home victory on Jan. 31, 2015 … The Bruins are 5-5-4 in their last 14 games overall vs. Los Angeles and they are 3-1-3 in their last 7 vs. the Kings in Boston.

Fun Fact: 12 of the last 14 games between these teams have been either 1-goal (1-1-4 record) or 2-goal (3-3-0 mark) decisions.

TODAY’S GAME

The Bruins host the Kings today in the 1st of 2 games between these teams and the Kings’ lone visit of the season to TD Garden …The Bruins are 16-13-3 thus far this season with a 7-8-0 mark on home ice … They are 1-2-0 vs. Pacific Division opponents and are 4-6-0 vs. Western Conference teams this season.

The Bruins are playing today their 3rd of 13 afternoon games on this season’s schedule and they have won their previous 2 matinees.

INJURIES (88 total man-games lost)

David Pastrnak - 12/16 olecranon bursa removal from right elbow; Will miss next 2 games and will be reevaluated
Matt Beleskey – Right knee; 6 wks from time of 12/3 injury; Has missed 6 games (IR)
John-Michael Liles – Concussion; Has missed 9 games (IR)

MILESTONES APPROACHING

Dominic Moore is 4 goals shy of his 100th NHL goal.
Jimmy Hayes is 4 points short of his 100th NHL point.

The Bruins will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the US Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" program during the next two home games on Sunday, December 18 and Tuesday, December 20.

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[Mantis]

Hoping for a better result than LA's last visit to TD

 

[Fenway]

Hoping for a better result than LA's last visit to TD

That was one of the worst home losses in franchise history

 

[Pia8988]

10 am

 

[ashnathan]

Ill see you all at 4am Downunder time work is gonna be a struggle tomorrow!

 

[Fenway]

Some of you today will have the pleasure of enjoying who should have become the Bruins voice after Fred Cusick retired - Gary Thorne will call the game on Kings TV.

 

[Dr Seldon]

10 am

7 pm

 

[Blowfish]

Hayes lives another day. Like at cat.

 

[ODAAT]

Hayes lives another day. Like at cat.

need that big body, hard working player to stand in front of the net causing all kinds of trouble for opposing goalies

 

[Blowfish]

need that big body, hard working player to stand in front of the net causing all kinds of trouble for opposing goalies

Plus leadership and good all round dude.

 

[ODAAT]

Plus leadership and good all round dude.

exactly, intangibles that can`t be ignored

 

[Southiechickie]

Let's not forget the razor sharp focus that he brings to every game and his intelligent hockey IQ

 

[Dr Hook]

Nevermind, a bit early and I missed the sarcasm at first

 

[Ladyfan]

Game # 33 LA at Bruins

Hope for a win with no injuries.

HERE WE GO BRUINS..HERE WE GO

 

[Ladyfan]

I didn't see this so I posted a pre game thread...Please delete

Hope for a win with NO injuries.

HERE WE GO BRUINS...HERE WE GO

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

Its all about Hayes, as it should be.

 

[Hamilton Brian]

Glad to see Morrow back in.

 

[Sharp Shooting Neely]

Some of you today will have the pleasure of enjoying who should have become the Bruins voice after Fred Cusick retired - Gary Thorne will call the game on Kings TV.

That is one ominous looking skyline in that picture of TD garden. Might perfectly sum up the mood for some.

Was there a connection at the time with Thorne in a broadcasting role with the Bruins?

These two teams are somewhat similar with good team defence and some relied on players struggling on offence this year. Major difference for the Kings is they have no Quicke. B's failed to capitalize when they had Bernier on the ropes against the Ducks and could not put him away. Something the Wings were able to do last night against him in a come back 6-4 win. Kings have received spotty play from Budji and Zackoff in net. Time to capitalize on an opportunity when it does presents itself.

Let's Go Bruins!

 

[JCRO]

A win with no injuries would be great.

Budaj in net. Light em up

 

[Colt.45Orr]

Glad to see Morrow back in.

Give him some PP time already! What a disgusting waste of a good asset with a bunch of tools and a good toolbox too.

 

[Colt.45Orr]

who was recalled? Only 11 forwards....

 

[cheg1349]

who was recalled? Only 11 forwards....

Marchand, Bergeron, Hayes, Krejci, Backes, Schaller, Czarnik, Nash, Spooner, Moore, Blidh, Acciari

 

[toasterjam]

I'm a little scared with no Pasta...hope the other guys step up

 

[BruinsFan1990]

I know some dont agree, but matinee games are the best. Its 10 am here, beer in hand Triple header today for Boston sports w/ the Bruins, Pats, and Celtics.

 

[Mantis]

I know some dont agree, but matinee games are the best. Its 10 am here, beer in hand Triple header today for Boston sports w/ the Bruins, Pats, and Celtics.

I do not mind them either. I live in Saskatchewan so the game starts at noon my time. Not to early to have a couple beers and I will make a decent lunch. The result of the game will determine how many more beers I need today.