OPENING RD NHL EASTERN CONF GAME OF THE YEAR!
(NHL) Toronto vs. Boston,
Money Line: -163.00 Boston (Home)
Result: Loss
Up 3-1, the Boston Bruins will close out the series tonight. Last year, Boston was up 3-1 on Florida and ended up losing the series. This year, they will not let the same thing happen. They know they can't give the Maple Leafs any hope and will make sure to close the deal now.

Coach Jim Montgomery said: "We've got to match their desperation. We talked about urgency with the group this year, about how we need to get better. ... I think the experience of last year helps us this year, but we haven't talked about it."

Boston has been the better team all series. The Leafs big guns have been held to 1 goal each and the Bruins have a 14-7 edge in total goals for the series. Matthews didn't finish the last game for Toronto and is questionable. The Bruins have also had the Leafs number for a lot longer than just this series. They're 9-1 the past 10 meetings. Punch their ticket to the next round!