The ugly
Power play: Boston’s power play started with a bang. The Bruins scored on their first opportunity of the young season. That was the lone highlight of special teams
The Bruins failed on their next three power play attempts. One of them was abbreviated, but they nonetheless didn’t muster anything up.
Boston’s power play looked like it did at times last year. The players worked the puck around well, but nobody wanted to shoot. And when they did shoot, there were no rebound opportunities.
Even worse, Boston gave up a few shorthanded attempts to the Stars. This was a major issue last year, as the Bruins conceded way too many shorthanded goals. Dallas couldn’t capitalize, but the Bruins must tighten it up on the power play.