The Bruins, who trail the series 1-0, will look to bounce back in Game 2 against the Bruins on Monday. Both teams face lineup questions as the Bruins decide between Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark in goal, while the Leafs could welcome back William Nylander. The game will be broadcast on NESN (locally) and ESPN (nationally) at 7 p.m. EST.
Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery declined to reveal which goalie will start Game 2 against the Maple Leafs, following a trend this postseason. Despite attempts to get a clue, Montgomery’s hint that the starter has two vowels in their first and last name applies to both Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark. The Bruins face a tough decision between the two goalies, with both having impressive performances this season.
Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery is keeping the starting goalie for Game 2 of the team’s playoff series against the Toronto Maple Leafs a secret. The Bruins’ top two goalies are Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark, and Swayman played in the team’s 5-1 victory in Game 1. Montgomery’s comments have led to speculation that either Swayman or Ullmark could start in Game 2.
The Boston Bruins took an early lead in their first-round playoff series against the Toronto Maple Leafs with a 5-1 victory on Saturday. Boston coach Jim Montgomery has yet to announce who will start in goal for Game 2, scheduled for Monday at 7 p.m. ET on NESN and ESPN. Jeremy Swayman played well in Game 1, making 35 saves and allowing just one goal. Linus Ullmark is also an option to start, as he has been alternating with Swayman in goal for the Bruins for the past 26 games.
