"There were a couple of shifts where we couldn’t get the puck out of our end," Rask said. "We couldn’t get a change, and we had to ice it a couple of times. They’re big guys, they’re strong guys. When they play down low, they’re pretty tough to strip of the puck. It’s a big challenge for us." The Bruins definitely appear to have momentum on their side after their stunning Game Seven comeback against Toronto, but shouldn't ignore the fact the Rangers came back from 2-0 series deficit to defeat the Capitals in the first round.

If Edler was to be traded, it would have to happen before July 1 as his no-trade contract goes into effect at that time. The Canucks need help up front and have some nice depth on the blueline so it makes sense that Edler could be the odd man out in Vancouver.

The Canucks are up against the cap and should they buy out Ballard and trade Roberto Luongo, they will free up $9.5 million in cap space which will go a long way to signing the seven or eight players they will need next season to fill out their roster. Stay tuned.

"I feel good," said Spezza. "One of the worst things you can do as an athlete is watch your teammates battle (and not be able to help). There have been some frustrating times for me in the process. Hockey-wise, it's been one of the longest years in my career, just trying to get back. You can't replicate the ups and downs, the intensity and the excitement. To sit at home and watch playoff games is pretty tough." Spezza only managed to suit up for five regular season contests before he was sidelined by a back injury that eventually required surgery to correct. He has not seen game action since January 27th.