As excitement builds for Brad Marchand's milestone 1,000th NHL game, the Boston Bruins are gearing up to host the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD Garden tonight.
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However, there's a cloud of frustration hanging over the Bruins following a disappointing showing against the Washington Capitals. Coach Jim Montgomery isn't mincing words, emphasizing the team's refusal to accept anything less than their best.
Meanwhile, the Lightning face their own hurdles with defenseman Mikhail Sergachev sidelined for the rest of the regular season due to injury.