The Bruins have the most points in the NHL with 110. They have the best goal differential at +83. They have allowed the fewest goals with 158. They have the scored the third most goals with 241. They have a goalie with the second-best save percentage (Rask, .931). He also has the most shutouts (7), and is tied for 5th in wins (34). They have 10 guys with 30+ points. They have 9 guys with 14+ goals. They have the 3rd best power play kill and the 7th best power play units in the league.
They are strong, they are talented, they are deep. They can play fast, skilled hockey, or then can bang you around all night long. They can score and they can play defense. They are disciplined. They are very well-coached.
In short, they are the best team in hockey.
So, given that, what are your expectations for them? The obvious answer is probably at least making the Stanley Cup Finals. The playoffs are exceedingly difficult to get through, as we've all seen over the years. So *expecting* them to win it all may be a bit much. For me, I expect them to make the Stanley Cup Finals, and from there, I'll definitely take my chances.
Long story short, they have as good a shot as anybody to win it all. It's going to be very exciting.
They are strong, they are talented, they are deep. They can play fast, skilled hockey, or then can bang you around all night long. They can score and they can play defense. They are disciplined. They are very well-coached.
In short, they are the best team in hockey.
So, given that, what are your expectations for them? The obvious answer is probably at least making the Stanley Cup Finals. The playoffs are exceedingly difficult to get through, as we've all seen over the years. So *expecting* them to win it all may be a bit much. For me, I expect them to make the Stanley Cup Finals, and from there, I'll definitely take my chances.
Long story short, they have as good a shot as anybody to win it all. It's going to be very exciting.