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Found April 10, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Alexander Ovechkin
TEAMS: Boston Bruins,  Washington Capitals
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The Bruins still have a few days to prepare for their first round series with the Washington Capitals. And they may need the time to stategize after going 1-3-0 against the Capitals this season. The Capitals struggled mightily early on in the year but made a strong push towards the end of the season to lock up the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference. Alex Ovechkin has had his statistically least productive season in the NHL, and the Caps have been riddled by injuries all season. But one major piece to Washington's puzzle did return just in time for the...
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