News: Derek Stepan contributed a goal and an assist in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over Boston.
Analysis: Derek Stepan snuck in behind the Boston net, swiped the puck from Zedeno Chara for a wrap around by Tuukka Rask, notching the game-tying goal early in the third period to change the momentum. It's the third year center's first point since game 1 and fifth point overall in 11 playoff games.
News: Ryan McDonagh had an assist and blocked three shots on goal during Thursday's 4-3 overtime defeat of Boston.
Analysis: Ryan McDonagh also logged a team-high, 29-plus minutes of ice time. More intriguing moving forward, head coach John Tortorella said he regrets not having used the defenseman on his team's slumping power play earlier, reports Jim Cerny of the Rangers website. Through four games against second round opponent, McDonagh has a goal and two assists.
News: Ryane Clowe (undisclosed) did not practice Friday, the Bergen Record's Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis: Ryane Clowe has yet to play in the second-round series against the Bruins. His status for Saturday's Game 5 is unknown.
News: Darroll Powe (undisclosed) did not practice Friday, the Bergen Record's Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis: Darroll Powe has not played since Game 3 of the first round against the Capitals. However, his status for Saturday's Game 5 against the Bruins is unknown.
News: Brenden Morrow (arm) will be a game-time decision for Friday's Game 5 against the Senators, Sportsnet East's Ian Mendes reports.
Analysis: Brenden Morrow missed Wednesday's Game 4 against the Senators, but he was able to take part in Friday's gameday skate and said he felt good afterwards. His chances of playing Friday look good, but check back closer to faceoff to confirm his status.
News: Tyler Seguin notched his first goal of the playoffs and picked up an assist in Thursday's overtime loss to the Rangers.
Analysis: It took 11 games for Tyler Seguin to hit the back of the net, but it's not like he wasn't getting his chances. His 45 shots on goal are second among postseason skaters to date. With Jaromir Jagr now skating with Brad Marchand and Patrice Bergeron, Seguin has being working with Rich Peverley and Chris Kelly on the Bruins' speedy third line.
News: Dougie Hamilton picked up an assist in 14:23 worth of ice time in Thursday's overtime loss to the Rangers.
Analysis: Dougie Hamilton now has three assists in the first four games of the team's series against the Rangers, but with Dennis Seidenberg and Wade Redden nearing a return, the Bruins will have a tough call to make with regards to their blue line composition, with Hamilton, Torey Krug and Matt Bartkowski having filled in well thus far. Hamilton wasn't pleased with the way he played Chris Kreider on Thursday's game-winning goal, but overall the youngster's postseason play has been solid. The same can be said of Bartkowski's play, while Krug has emerged as a sparkplug on the team's back line.
News: Torey Krug scored a goal in 15:55 worth of ice time in Thursday's overtime loss to the Rangers.
Analysis: Torey Krug, who now has three goals and an assist in four playoff games, continues to add a spark to the Bruins' blue line with his mobility and creative play. Though Dennis Seidenberg and Wade Redden appear to be nearing a return to action, it's hard to imagine the Bruins removing Krug from the lineup as long as he continues to handle his defensive duties responsibly.
News: Canucks general manager Mike Gillis said Brendan Gaunce will "be given every opportunity" to make the team's roster next season, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: One of Gillis' focuses this offseason is to make his team younger, which puts Brendan Gaunce, Frank Corrado, Nicklas Jensen, Jordan Schroeder and others on the Canucks' radar for the 2013-14 campaign. Gaunce, 19, showed promise at the junior level this season, totaling 82 points in 77 regular and postseason games with Belleville of the OHL. He could be the answer to the Canucks' constant problems at finding a third-line center. Put Gaunce on your radar as a late-round flier if he does nab a roster spot.
News: Antti Niemi gave up a pair of goals on 28 shots in a losing effort Thursday against the Kings.
Analysis: With the Kings now up 3-2 in the series, Antti Niemi will be tasked with stepping up his play even further in Game 6 when the series returns to San Jose. Overall, he's played well through the first five games, giving up just 10 goals in that span.
