The grades are in

Ok so I am finally ready to talk about the Bruins game 7 loss. Its almost been a week and I feel like my frustrations have simmered down. We played well, had a few chances and didnt't put the biscuit in the basket, we didn't come out on top but did it have to be WALKER?? Seriously FUCKING WALKER?

Here are my final grades for the season(review my mid-season grades here):

P.J. Axelsson C+ not much has changed since mid season. He kills penalties. He scores a goal here and there. He is a free agent and I expect him to be playing in Sweden next season. Thanks for all your hard work Per Johan!
Patrice Bergeron B- Towards the end of the season he really stepped it up. He was increasingly better as the playoffs went on. The only cherry on this sundae would of been a game winning goal here or there. Is available in the off season for a bag of pucks and a new back flap.
Byron Bitz C+ Bitzy came up big on the 4th line. He filled in when Blake Wheeler hit the rookie wall during the playoffs. I like Bitzy hope to see him on the 3rd line next season.
Zdeno Chara A We won't be giving out many A's this season but Big Z get one. He played against every top line and either slowed them down considerably or plain stopped them. You can have your flashy Mike Greens, I'd start my defense with Z.
Andrew Ference D+ I know this grade my not go over well with Mrs. Watchdog but why can't this guy stay healthy? He comes back from injury and then all of a sudden something else breaks. Is he made from paper mache?
Manny Fernandez F- Yes F MINUS. Thanks for 2 terrible and hurt season. I wish you well in raping someone elses salary cap Mr Fernendez.
Shane Hnidy B- very consistent on the blue line. There were not many times during the season that I scream at my television because of the Sheriff. His missing tooth grin makes me laugh too(Thats what moved him from a C+ to a B-)
Matt Hunwick B- Who would of thought that Matty Hunwick going down would of hurt so much in the playoffs? I hope him and his spleen speedy recovery. God Speed Matty Hunwick
Philip Kessel A played an integral role in getting the B's into the playoffs. Played hurt. Kessel the 2nd Bruin with an A.
Chuck Kobasew B The Chuckwagon delivered. Period!
David Krejci A- When he was hot he was SCORCHING. When he was cold he was FREEZING. During the playoffs he played with much more consistency. He did win the 7th player award and that may of added a few dollars to his next contract.
Milan Lucic B He had his ups and downs this season, from 1st line to 4th line and everywhere in between. He may not be the most talented guy in the league but he works hard and if he can't score on you he will pummel you...have a good off season Looch.
Steve Montador D- YOU SUCK!
Mark Recchi B- Grade would of been higher if he played here all season. The Reching ball was a great addition to the team and he wants back next year. Sign him up now even if he is 846 years old.
Michael Ryder B- Ehhh you know he played well ehhh and its always nice to score ehhhhh too bad he scored in bunches ehhhhh and disappeared 2nd round of the ehhhhh playoffs. If someone will take him in the off season I wouldn't be dissapointed.
Marc Savard A There is not one thing bad I can say about Savvy. He plays hard. He is emotional. He has the will to win. He leads by example. I will be sad when his contract is up and he goes to Philly or NY.
Mark Stuart C+ Stewie oh Stewie. You need to be a little more aggressive back there buddy. We all know that when you are playing well you are a force but those times seem few and far between. I know you are still young so please put it all together this offseason.
Marco Sturm I You got hurt and we carried on. Your fire was missing from the ice but people stepped up. I hope you are traded to Dallas.
Tim Thomas A- You got better as the season went on. You proved yourself to all the doubted. You are in the running for the Veneiza trophy. You got rewarded with a $20 million dollar contract. I wish you well on June 18th at the NHL awards.
Shawn Thornton B- you did what was asked of you. You are gritty, hardnosed and not afraid to drop gloves with anyone.
Aaron Ward C- Where the fuck did you go Wardo?? You played decent throughout the season but when the playoffs started you went ghost on us. If Scott Walker didn't sucker punch you in the eye then I probably wouldn't of known you were on the roster.
Blake Wheeler B You my friend get a solid B. We all knew you had talent before the season started(a top 5 pick 3 years ago) but no one thought you would contribute so early and so often. Kudos!
Dennis Wideman C+ OVERATED! Too many turnovers and if Z wasn't back there to bail you out who knows how this season would of turned out. He was like a hockey turnstyle back there
Stephane Yelle B For the price the B's paid for this guy he was worth 5 times as much. He should see his pay day increased this off season with whatever team he signs with. Solid back up who does all the little things.
Claude Julien B+ Does a fantastic job with what he is given. He is not afraid to change styles depending on opponents. He tries to keep the team fresh for the whole season. Not too many things wrong with his coaching.
Blades B Blades the Bruins mascot gets a grade here for showing up to all the R.O.A.R's and putting up with the bullshit.
Ice Girls B- Shake your booty. Not one shirt near section 19.

I hope we have a nice off season. I do not envy Peter Chiarelli. He has to make choices with just about everyone: Krejci, Kessel, Bergeron, Bitz, Sturm, Recchi, Savard, Yelle, Hunwick, Fernandez and some of them cats down in Providence. Whether it is free agency or trades. Rest up boys see you in September.

Let the weekend Start

Its time to start the weekend. This may be a long post so I apologize upfront.



Lets get to the Wanna B's list:

1. Billy Costa (Kiss 108s own radio personality)
2. Brian Ryan
3. Chuck Tofuri
4. William J Smiddy
5. Aiden Kelly
6. John "Phil Housley" Brewer
7. Joe Rene - A Haitian
8. FrankBrown
9. Nora Mitchell
10. Padriag Calnan - owns a Sid the Kid Jersey and Ovechkin shirt
11. Brian Folan
12. Jason Milligan
13. Dan "Gary" Madden
14. David Spellman
15. Bobby Freeman - wants on the bandwagon
16. Lenny Graff
17. Walter Pratt
18. Justin Phelps
19. Dale Arnold
20. Starbucks Joe
21. Timmy Carrier Corp
22. Michael Toomajanian
23. Andrew Sousa
24. Tim Barrett
25. Pete "the Meat" Shepard
26. Kristine Young
27. The Staff at Conner Larkin - how do you turn off a Bruins game tied 3-3
28. Ed Media Jim
29. Michael Felger - Trade Phil Kessel for Vinny Lecavlier and his 85 mil?
30. William Graham
31. Larry Mastrangelo
32. ChiefDude
33. Joe Smiddy - Sabres Fan trying to get on the band wagon. Bills Uncle
34. Charles Ferlauto
35. Staff at The Place - how do you turn a game off in the 2nd period and then back on for the shoot out?


The list grows more and more each day.
If you know someone who should be added to the Wanna B list send me a quick email at MRBOOZE187@HOTMAIL.COM or text me their name. The B's band wagon you are either on it OR UNDER IT!

Time for my mid-season Bruins grades. You can argue against my grades if you want but hey I am grading here and you ain't. So suck it.

Forwards:

11 P.J. Axelsson C+ - "Per Johan" is the longest-tenured Bruin. His nickname in Sweden is "Pebben". He is what he is: a hard skater who gives ya 10 goals on the year and kills penalties.
37 Patrice Bergeron C- - "Pusstrice", as some of my friends call him, has not been the same since the hit from Randy Jones last year. He is at best GUN SHY. It is time to put up or shut up.
61 Byron Bitz C - The kid is huge, 6'5. He flies around like a Mac truck. This grade is just average because we haven't seen too much of him at this level.
81 Philip Kessel A- - If not for being a tongue slut, Phil would of gotten an A+. He has really come into his own this year playing with Savvy and Lucic. Claude no matter how much he asks: please do not move Phil to center.
12 Chuck Kobasew C- - Chuck Wagon stop getting injured. That's all I can say about him.
46 David Krejci A - I think when Savvy went down last year Krejci really stepped it up. It carried over to this year. Playing with Wheeler and Ryder helps. Top center in the league.
17 Milan Lucic B- - Started off slow. Then started to heat up. Now is out hurt. Hurry up back
29 Petteri Nokelainen F - He has 1 goal on the year. I am not a fan...FAIL!
73 Michael Ryder B - He is very very streak but does anyone go Top Fatso better?? Playing with Krejci and Wheelers seems to be good for him.
91 Marc Savard A - Playing his best hockey in a Bruins uniform. It will be a sad day when Savvy leaves.
16 Marco Sturm F - Hurt and on the IR for the year. Wasn't doing anything anyways. I hope we can use his salary cap figure and trade for a defenseman.
22 Shawn Thornton B- - Very quick with his hands. Outstanding 4th line winger. Great fighter
26 Blake Wheeler B+ - Former 1st rounder that got away from Phoenix. Great combination of size and speed. Should be considered for the Calder trophy.
18 Stephane Yelle B - What a bargain. $750,000 to play for the year. Is better than P.J and should be re-signed.

Defensemen:

33 Zdeno Chara A - Has really stepped up his game this season. I think it's due to Claude letting him loose.
21 Andrew Ference D - Hurt much?
34 Shane Hnidy B- - the Sheriff is up and down. Sometimes he seems like he isn't that interested in the game.
48 Matt Hunwick C+ - Mikey calls him Don Sweeney 2.0. He has really impressed me at times.
45 Mark Stuart B- Strong as an Ox. Doesn't get too high or too low.
44 Aaron Ward C - "Psycho Ward" gets it done. He just gets nicked up a little bit too much.
6 Dennis Wideman B+ - prototypical NEW NHL defenseman. He jumps up into the play and shots on net. I would like to see him on the ice a little bit more.

Goalies:

35 Manny Fernandez B- - When healthy this Spanish Canadian is a top notch goalie. As I said WHEN HEALTHY!
30 Tim Thomas B+ - He is getting his just due. Lets in too many routine goals. Makes too many spectacular saves. Every game there is a highlight save.

Recently sent down to Providence:
60 Vladimir Sobotka D - He is like a 4 AAAA player in baseball. Too good for the top minor team but can't cut it in the major's.
47 Martin St. Pierre C - This grade is reflective of his limited time here. Plus I don't want to bash anyone with a 63" stick.
49 Matt Lashoff F - What do they see in this guy? I mean I wouldn't sign him up for Rio Thursday night mens league.

Coach:
Claude Julien A+ - He always has that sour puss on his face, no matter what the score board reads. But he has taken the B's from 8th place last year to 1st place this year. Tied for the most wins and the most points at the half way point of the season isn't too bad either. Good luck with the all star game Sunday.

Mascot:
Blades B - This grade jumped from a C to a B after the Bruins - ROAR this past Wednesday.


Don't forget Red Sox tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10am for single games to this upcoming season. Good luck with securing them. Try and get tickets to the Marathon Monday game as it is probably the best game to go to all year.