BOSTON (AP) — Bruins coach Claude Julien took the podium on Wednesday, just hours before Game 7 of the Stanley Cup finals vs. the Vancouver Canucks, and spoke in generalities.
There was no bulletin board material. There were no threats. There were no guarantees.
Just the obvious.
“We’re hoping,” Julien said, “for a happy ending.”
They weren’t alone.
As the Bruins battered their way through this postseason, they were able to capture Boston’s attention much like the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots have done in recent championship seasons. Indeed, the city wrapped its arms around Julien’s bunch and jumped on board for what’s been an eventful 10-week ride.
The Red Sox caught the fever, as well. They were often seen wearing Bruins gear in and around the city, and Fenway Park has had a “Good Luck” sign, complete with a Bruins logo on its green fencing for more than a month.
