Boston 4 Detroit 2. Bruins win series 4 games to 1.
To many observers, this was an 'easy' series for Boston to win. But to the Bruins, it was merely what they do best -- play well overall in all areas -- which got them the best record in the NHL and in the Eastern Conference. It was an area that once belonged to the great Red Wings teams of Stanley Cups past. Not anymore, not for now anyway.
Boston proved methodical against a Detroit squad that at times looked 'tired' and slow. The rebuilding Wings are no longer the dominant team they once were. Someday though, all that will change.
For now, it's Boston's turn at dominance, something they hope to carry with them against their next opponent in the Semi-finals, in this case, the Montreal Canadiens, no slouches themselves. The Habs and the Bruins rivalry strikes up again!
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