BOSTON — For those who had been questioning whether or not or not the Bruins had the precise mindset as they method the postseason, maybe captain Brad Marchand can put you comfortable.
He laid all of it out following the Bruins’ win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday at TD Backyard.
“We all know what we have now as a gaggle,” Marchand stated. “We’ve identified that from day one, and no matter how analytics take a look at our group, we consider in what we have now. … If we execute the correct approach, we have now a terrific staff.
“We get away from that and assume we’re extremely expert staff? We shoot ourselves within the foot. That’s not what our group is, it’s not how we’ve received in any respect this yr. We win by committee, we win by construction. We’ve received by enjoying nice protection. That’s how we’ve at all times achieved it.”
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It was a concise message from Marchand and maybe got here on the good time, as Boston’s roster got here into focus following Friday’s commerce deadline. The Bruins have a few recent faces, and the message they obtain when strolling into The Hub on Causeway is obvious.
“We’ve believed in our group from day one, and we nonetheless do. It’s not about the way you do within the common season. It’s about the way you do in playoffs. You simply should get there and something can occur, and there’s so many alternative variables even while you get to that time that permits groups to have success or not. … We fear about what we are able to and that’s enjoying the precise approach.”
Listed below are extra notes from Saturday afternoon’s matchup between the Bruins and Penguins:
— Bruins ahead Pat Maroon and defenseman Andrew Peeke spoke with reporters for the primary time Saturday, arriving in Boston after being acquired on the commerce deadline. Maroon joked about his historical past with Bruins followers, whereas Peeke mentioned having familiarity with the area on account of a former teammate.
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— David Pastrnak scored his fortieth objective of the season on this one, marking the fourth time he’s achieved that in his profession.
— Boston and Pittsburgh’s matchup was an ESPN unique, however you would have watched an alternate animated broadcast, as nicely. The “Massive Metropolis Greens Basic 2” was featured on Disney Channel, and was stuffed with enjoyable moments.
— Hampus Lindholm made his return from harm, displaying his worth to the Bruins with a pair of assists.
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— It’s no secret Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark’s identify was floated on the commerce deadline, however he’s prepared to maneuver ahead following a dominant efficiency.
“I’m simply joyful to be right here. That is the staff I need to be on. I’m very lucky to be a part of this group, and ever since day one I’ve cherished it. I’m very proud of the place I’m proper now.”
— The Bruins will put a bow on their four-game homestand Monday, as they tackle the St. Louis Blues at TD Backyard. It’ll be Boston’s penultimate sport in opposition to Central Division opponents this season, with puck drop scheduled for 7 p.m. ET, following an hour of pregame protection on NESN.