A riveting comparison between the memorable '20-22 cup runs of Tampa and the '22-23 season for the Bruins has brought a fascinating pattern to light.
Over a grueling stretch of 71 games, Tampa managed to survive a mere 67 minutes of 5v5 play without their defensive titans�Hedman, Sergachev, or McDonagh�averaging a paltry 56 seconds per game.
In stark contrast, the Bruins, over just 7 games, weathered an astounding 59 minutes without the presence of McAvoy, Lindholm, or Orlov on the ice, averaging a surprising 8.5 minutes per game.
This stark discrepancy lays bare the critical importance of shrewd player management in the quest for victory.
However, the spotlight has turned to Jim Montgomery, the Bruins' head coach, as critics question whether he truly understands and capitalizes on the winning blueprint set forth by Tampa. Will Montgomery unlock the Bruins' full potential? Only time will tell.
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22 JUILLET | 239 ANSWERS Does Montgomery Fit the Bill as Bruins' Coach Do you think Montgomery is the right coach for the Bruins? | ||
Yes | 184 | 77 % |
No | 55 | 23 % |
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