5th match in this series that is full of surprises. Just when everyone thought the Canucks looked too good for the Bruins as they won the first two games, Bruins punched them hard in Boston, outscoring them 12-1 which is very rarely seen in NHL playoff finals.

Bruins goaltender Tim Thomas is the biggest difference between the teams as the experienced netminder has been excellent in games in Boston.

Canucks looked really bad in the fourth game, not taking advantage of scoring chances and they were blanked for the first time on powerplays as well.

Tonight will be different. We know how good the Canucks play on home ice and look out for Luongo who will be extremely motivated for this one after allowing 12 goals in 2 games.->Read more »

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If it was not for huge defensive mistakes, Boston goaltender Tim Thomas could have won the game for the Bruins in the second match but it was Burrows who scored twice taking his chances on as many shots on goal who was the game winner for the home side.

Vancouver Canucks scored another powerplay goal (1/2 in 2nd game) and their powerplay performance continue to dominate their opponents. Canucks have scored 6 powerplay goals in last 5 matches but they were unable to score in first match.

Even without top player Marc Savard, Bruins have come this far and they played significantly better in second game against the Canucks. They will surely feel confident when they take on the Canucks in this third match of the series at home. They were able to match Canucks in Vancouver in every department except for scoring but I believe they will continue their strong home play (7-1 in last 8) and make it 2-1 in series tonight.->Read more »

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