Fresh Links: Reset

The Blues host the Bruins for the next pair of games. Stanley Cup Final Game #3 will air on Saturday on NBCSN at 8:00 PM ET.

• By the numbers, the story of this series has been defense. TSN
• The crafty Blues adapted after their Game #1 loss and now the ball is in Boston’s court. 985 The Sports Hub
• At least the Bruins have had some success on the road, which is nice. (With video) NESN
• Three observations from the Bruins’ overtime loss in Game #2 include noting how quiet the Bruins first line has become. Bruins Daily
• Brad Marchand offered a frank self-assessment of his performance so far in the Final. Boston.com
• Take a seat for Game #3, Oskar Sundqvist, and feel shame for boarding Matt Grzelcyk. WEEI
• The Bruins are again left in a “next man up” situation. What options are available? Patriot Ledger
• Look back at nine key plays that show the progress of this series so far. Boston.com
• Two games in, what have the Blues and Bruins shown us so far? Where is the “perfection line?” The Fourth Period
• Marcus Johansson left the Capitals two years before they ended their Stanley Cup drought. Now he’s playing for a cup of his own- and a contract. Washington Post
• Thank goodness for Joakim Nordstrom and his linemates. Boston Herald

Elsewhere around the rink:

• It has been an interesting time to be a fan in Boston. St. Louis fans would be well advised to carry umbrellas. Sports Illustrated
• If “no comment” is sufficient for the Bruins and the NHL, then this is offered without comment as well. Deadspin