The Habs and Bruins clash Tuesday night, in their second of 8 divisional matches this season, but the opponents may have less sting in their lineup due to some key injuries.

The Thrashers are off to a good start both offensively [15 goals, 2nd in the NHL], and defensively [6 goals against], after their first 3 games.

Everyone’s favorite roto-league GM, New York Rangers boss Glen Sather, now has his hands tied due in part to the salary cap in the new CBA.

What a difference a year and 4 months makes to the Boston roster! The Bruins had the fewest number of players under contract once the NHL CBA was signed, and GM Mike O’Connell wasted no time this summer to reassemble a team.