Verses: Nashville Predators
Boston Bruins Record: 3-4-0
Nashville Predators Record: 2-4-1
Bruins Record vs. Predators Since 2005: 1-1-0-1
Bruins Likely Goalie: Tim Thomas
Predators Likely Goalie: Dan Ellis
Preview Notes: Boston continued their streak of alternationg blow outs and abysmal efforts when they lost 4-1 to the surprising Phoenix Coyotes. The Bruins players (outside of the 4th line) once against seem disinterested and had the inability to finish.
If you visit the Predators official website, you are greeted by a logo that says "Welcome to Smashville" in an obvious tribute to the post game ritual the Nashville coaching staff has of smashing their heads into walls.
The Predators cannot seem to find their scoring touch, scoring just 10 goals in their first 7 games while allowing 23. If the Bruins keep up their streak, they should be able to take advantage of a slumping Predators offense and defense and grab two points they really need early in this season. The Predators will also be without Jason Arnott who was placed on the IR. Arnott is currently Nashville's leading scorer with 3 goals and 5 points.
This will be the Bruins first game since trading Chuck Kobasew to the Minnesota Wild. AHL call-ups Sobotka and Marchand will get their first opportunity to prove to the big club that they deserve to be there. Milan Lucic will not be playing, as he is out 4-6 weeks after having surgery on his punching hand!
And just when you think things cannot get any worse for the Bruins, the team announced today that Marc Savard will miss the next 4-6 weeks with a broken foot. Boston has recalled forward Trent Whitfield from their AHL affiliate in Providence.
The Bruins fourth line, their best line so far this season, is also hurting as Shawn Thornton is doubtful for tonight's game. Based on the injuries and recent performances from both teams, this game could be ugly.
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