It's already starting to feel like it's been a long wait for more playoff hockey. Imagine how the Bruins and their fans feel? It's been a week since Boston wrapped up their sweep of Montreal. But with another night's sleep still to be had before the Canes and B's kick off their Eastern Conference semifinals series, it gives the press time to analyze the pending matchup.
Eastern Conference Semifinals Series Previews And News
Canes Country: Caniacs need more cowbell
Stanley Cup Of Chowder: Bruins vs. Hurricanes
News & Observer: Hurricanes now enter the Bruins' den • A Bruin at home in Cary • Maurice focused on Bruins, not 2010
Boston Globe: Renaissance Bruin • Diehard fans hope to have whale of a time • Identity crisis finally solved • Second round opponent: Carolina
Boston Herald: Winds of change • Ference likely to play in Game 1 • Hurricanes on their mind • Aaron Ward renews old acquaintances in Hurricanes country • Hurricanes haven't fared well against Bruins this season
Worchester Telegram: Carolina might be ripe
NHL.com: Bruins well-rested for Canes • Why the Bruins can win the Cup • Why the Canes can win the Cup • BOS/CAR series blog • Toast of the town: Eric Staal • Hurricanes eager for next playoff challenge
CarolinaHurricanes.com: The Bruins: Like the Devils, but better
The Hockey News: Playoff Preview: Round 2
WRALSportsFan.com: Stories, audio and video
850 The Buzz: Eric Staal interview
From The Rink: Round 2 predictions