17 second Rematch!

HAWKS TAKE ON BOSTON!

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In just a few hours, the Blackhawks will take on the Boston Bruins at the TD Garden in Boston. This game will be the first time these two teams have met at the TD Garden Since game 6 of the Stanley Cup Series. The Blackhawks coming off of a 4 -2 win against Dallas are looking to increase there points in the league and lock-in their playoff spot. While the Boston Bruins have already received a spot in the playoffs, they are currently only a few points behind the St. Louis Blues for the top spot in the entire league. As both teams will be in the playoffs in a few weeks, this game will be just as much if not more than rematch of the last Stanley Cup Playoff. The Boston Bruins will seek to use their best defense in the league to try and hold back one of the most powerful offenses. With Patrick Kane out for the rest of the regular season, Tuevo will get a chance to play in his second Blackhawks debut, which should quickly get him accustomed to the speed and physical play of two competitive original six teams. The Hawks will certainly have to come out with speed tonight, as the Boston fans seem to be almost as passionate as those who reside in the United Center. As one of the great rivalries of the hockey game, we can definitely assume tonights matchup will be physical and fast paced. 

In order for the Chicago Blackhawks to come out with a win tonight they will need to rely on Captain Toews and the first line to stir some offensive pressure. Although the first line is great at setting the pace of the game, the Hawks must also look through lines 2-4 to continue to get the puck to the net and maintain there strong physical presence, as it will be vital against a very strong team like Boston. It will not be easy to get the puck passed Boston goaltender Tuuko Raask, but it will certainly be the deal breaker if the Hawks want to increase their point standing. The Hawks will also look for a strong defensive presence from Keith and Seabrook in order to keep Boston away from the slot.