JUNE 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'So, do we have a deal?' The story behind the Senators' heist of Zdeno Chara and Jason Spezza for Alexei Yashin It has been 20 years since the Senators pulled off one of the most lopsided trades in NHL history.
Rask, Krejci exits would shrivel Bruins Cup-winning core
A year after letting 6-foot-9 defenseman Zdeno Chara leave, the Bruins face another potential departure that looms almost as largeJUNE 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Clutch captains lead way into 2nd round of NHL playoffs
Captains are leading the way into the second round of the NHL playoffsMAY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Zdeno Chara plans to discuss retiring from hockey with his family before making a decision Former Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara isn't certain whether he will return to hockey or retire next season.
MAY 26, 2021 • BOSTON.COM
Alex Ovechkin confident he will sign extension with Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is confident he will sign a new contract with the Washington CapitalsMAY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
'Emotions were high' for David Pastrnak, Bruins after beating Zdeno Chara in playoffs The Boston Bruins were emotional after beating old friend Zdeno Chara and the Washington Capitals in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
MAY 24, 2021 • BOSTON.COM
Bruins vs. Zdeno Chara storyline never materializes, Boston moves past history into second round | Matt Vautour The former Bruins captain has one year left on his contract in Washington.
MAY 24, 2021 • MASSLIVE.COM
Bruins solve Capitals in all facets to move on in playoffs
The Boston Bruins are moving on to the second round of the playoffs after solving the Washington Capitals, who used to have their numberMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Patrice Bergeron Hasn't Missed Beat In Succeeding Zdeno Chara As Bruins Leader Patrice Bergeron is the biggest reason the Bruins haven't suffered in the leadership department even after Zdeno Chara left in free agency.
MAY 24, 2021 • NESN.COM
Bergeron, Pastrnak and Bruins finish off Capitals in 5 games
The Boston Bruins beat the Washington Capitals 3-1 to close out their first-round series in five games and advance in the playoffsMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bruce Cassidy Reacts To Bruins Fans Putting Zdeno Chara Love Aside Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy reacts to Boston fans throwing some jeers at Zdeno Chara during Game 3 against the Capitals at TD Garden.
MAY 20, 2021 • NESN.COM
Kadri faces another playoff suspension after Faulk headshot
Colorado’s Nazem Kadri is suspended indefinitely pending a video hearing with NHL officials over his illegal check to the head of St. Louis defenseman Justin FaulkMAY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Smith scores in 2nd OT to lead Bruins past Capitals 3-2
Craig Smith scored 5:48 into the second overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals and a 2-1 lead in their East Division first-round playoff seri...MAY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Zdeno Chara takes scary fall during Capitals warm-ups for Game 3 (Video) Washington Capitals defenseman Zdeno Chara took a scary fall before the team's Game 3 matchup with the Boston Bruins. Chara, of course, spen...
MAY 19, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
How Zdeno Chara Might Help Get Capitals Back On Track After losing Game 2 to the Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette is ready to lean on Zdeno Chara.
MAY 18, 2021 • NESN.COM
Marchand scores in OT, Bruins beat Capitals to even series
Brad Marchand scored 39 seconds into overtime and the Boston Bruins rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 and even the East Division first-round series at a game apieceMAY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nic Dowd scores in OT, Capitals beat Bruins 3-2 in Game 1
Nic Dowd deflected in TMAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
It’s business as usual as former Bruins captain Zdeno Chara faces his old team in first round of playoffs - The Boston Globe The Bruins made the offseason decision to move on from their 14-year captain and defensive stalwart, who signed a one-year contract with the...
MAY 16, 2021 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
It’s a good time to stream Zdeno Chara docuseries - The Boston Globe “Chara: Made For This,’’ is now available on Peacock. The first three episodes aired previously on NBC Sports Network, with the series premi...
MAY 15, 2021 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Can the Bruins win the Stanley Cup? Talking Tuukka Rask, Zdeno Chara, and the NHL playoffs - The Boston Globe The Globe hosted subscribers for a special Zoom event. See what our coverage team thinks might happen.
MAY 14, 2021 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
'None of it is by accident' — Inside Zdeno Chara's impact on the Capitals' dressing room The Caps knew what they were getting as a player with Zdeno Chara. What surprised them, though, is what the Caps got as a person.
MAY 14, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Zdeno Chara was Boston's leader. As the Caps' Cup pursuit begins, he must face his former team. Zdeno Chara was the captain of the Boston Bruins for 14 seasons.
MAY 14, 2021 • BOSTON.COM
Zdeno Chara proved the Bruins wrong. And now they'll see him up close in playoff series with Capitals The Bruins are satisfied with their post-Chara defense. But is better than if they had extended him?
MAY 13, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Capitals' keys to beating the Bruins: Stop the Bergeron line and lean on Chara's insider knowledge Zdeno Chara knows the Bruins' plays and their code names, and he's already shared that information with his coach.
MAY 12, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Raffl's late goal pushes Capitals past Bruins, 2-1
Michael Raffl scored from a tight angle with 1.8 seconds remaining, Alex Ovechkin saw his first extended action in a couple weeks and the Washington Capitals beat the short-handed...MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
