Fresh Links: Fresh Start

The Stanley Cup Playoff begins in the Toronto bubble for the Bruins as they “host” the Hurricanes in Game #1 of the first round. Tune in tonight on NESN or NBCSN at 8:00PM.

• Just the facts, ma’am- the matchup in a nutshell, and a bold prediction. Last Word on Hockey
• Dominic Tiano offers his observations of the Bruins in the Round Robin. He has developed concerns regarding Zdeno Chara and Brandon Carlo. Scouting Post
• Don’t expect a mirror of the last series against the Hurricanes. Providence Journal
• We’ll be holding you to that offhand dismissal of the importance of the the Round Robin games, Bruins. WEEI
• In that assessment, at least the Bruins were consistent. They’d better hope they’re also correct, as DJ Bean explains. NBCSports
• Here we go! We hope this playoff run is not like so many recent Cup efforts. Bonus- which player will step up to become “Mr. Bubble”? Boston Herald
• It us put up or shut up time. Forbes
• Three items need to be on the Bruins’ honeydo list for them to best the ‘Canes. Bruins Daily
• Boston seems willing, will they be able? Boston Herald
• Rod Brind’Amouour was kind in repeatedly pumping Boston’s tires. Bonus- We may have the pleasure of Dougie Hamilton ’s company. MassLive
• Help Wanted- the Bruins are hoping the fans will submit signs to be broadcast during the game. @BruinsNHL

Bubbling up elsewhere around the rink:

• In news of former Bruins: The Providence Bruins will remember Colby Cave with a memorial award. Providence Bruins
• Here is the first round schedule. NHL
• Watch as one key storyline unfolds for each team in this round. The Score
• The Rangers will have first dibs at the NHL Draft. The Hockey News
• The Maple Leafs came ohsoclose to lottery success only to have victory snatched from them. For the Win
• Offering the comfort of familiarity during these tough times, the Maple Leafs have you covid covered! NO, REALLY! The Beaverton