TUESDAY QUICK HITS

* Ever since the Boston Bruins swept the Flyers in the 2011 Eastern Conference Semifinals, I have had a lot of respect for the way the Bruins play hockey when they are on top of their games. They can beat you with their size and strength. They can beat you with their smothering defense and goaltending. They have players such as Brad Marchand who can beat you with their speed.

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