With first place in the Northeast Division on the line and in enemy territory to face their archrival Canadiens, one would think that the Boston Bruins wouldn’t have a tough time getting energized for another important game. But instead a flat start and generally uninspired effort resulted in a 2-1 loss for Boston, with former Bruin Michael Ryder earning the game winner and goalie Carey Price making 26 (pretty easy) saves between the pipes. The loss was wrapped up with Boston failing to generate a shot on net in the final minute of the game, while on a 6-on-4 advantage with Tuukka Rask pulled and Montreal shorthanded on a Lars Eller penalty. While it was just the first loss in four games for the Bruins, there is still much to be desired with the playoffs rapidly approaching.
