By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

BOSTON (AP) - The regular season wasn't much of a struggle for the Boston Bruins, and neither was their first-round playoff series against the Detroit Red Wings.

Tuukka Rask made 31 saves Saturday, and the defending Eastern Conference champions eliminated the Red Wings with a 4-2 victory in Game 5.

After finishing the regular season with the best record in the NHL, the Bruins advanced to the conference semifinals against the Montreal Canadiens.

"That series was much tougher than maybe the results showed," said Bruins captain Zdeno Chara, who gave Boston the lead for good with 4 seconds left in the second period. "I think that we handled it well, we came into this series ready and we got the job done."

Loui Eriksson opened the scoring for Boston, and Chara's goal on a 4-on-3 advantage snapped a 1-1 tie. Milan Lucic also scored, and Jarome Iginla added an empty-netter.

Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg scored and Jonas Gustavsson stopped 29 shots for Detroit. The Red Wings scored only six goals in the five-game series.

"We're not there yet," said Red Wings coach Mike Babcock, whose team failed to win a playoff series in two of the past three seasons. "The last two years, we battled to get into the playoffs. To me, that's a measure of where we are. Instead of battling for the Cup, we're battling to make the playoffs."

It was 1-1 when the Bruins gained a 4-on-3 power play thanks to a holding penalty on Johan Franzen just 22 seconds before Brendan Smith was called for cross-checking. On a faceoff in the Detroit zone, Patrice Bergeron lured two of the three Red Wings defenders toward the corner and then passed it across the ice to Chara, who one-timed it past Gustavsson.

Not usually demonstrative, Chara felt this one was worth celebrating.

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The potential of his bat became evident as well earlier than many expected. In 1968, his first full year of pro ball, Fisk put up a stat line at Single A Waterloo of a much more polished prospect, hitting .338 with 12 homers in just 62 games. It was enough to catch the eye of the Seattle Pilots, whose general manager, Marvin Milkes, admitted to coveting the young catcher before the draft.The Globe's Clif Keane wrote: "Milkes would like a Dave Morehead from the Red Sox, and a Billy Conigliaro, and possibly a Carlton Fisk." Fortunately for the Sox if not the doomed Pilots, Fisk was added to the 40-man roster that October.

Fisk had his ups and downs at the plate in '69, hitting .243 with 14 homers in 125 games between two levels. But the season ended in personal triumph -- he was recalled to Boston for two games at the end of the season, a big leaguer at 21. He did not lack for confidence. That winter, he lamented to the Globe that the Red Sox went five deep on the catching depth chart, wondering where he fit in. "There's Don Pavletich, myself, [Bob] Montgomery, Tom Satriano, Russ Gibson for a starter," Fisk said. "I wish I knew [where I fit in]." Keane even speculated that Montgomery, and not Fisk, was "the fairhaired boy of the lot."

Little did Fisk know would not make it back again until the end of the '71 season, when he got into 14 games. The Red Sox media guides through the early part of his career serve as a glimpse into the challenges he endured and the ups and downs of his prospect status.

1970 media guide: Made a fine impression in his first trip to Winter Haven last spring and became Pittsfield's number one catcher despite only one previous year of professional experience. Has all the tools to become a fine major league catcher: size, outstanding arm, showed great improvement as a receiver, with power at the plate. In addition, he is a take charge catcher with hustle and aggressiveness.

1971 media guide: He got off to a fine start with Pawtucket but would up with a disappointing season [.263, 10 homers], and will have to battle back to contend as one of the Red Sox catchers of the future.

In 1972, the future became he present. He beat out Bob Montgomery as the starter, relegating him to career-long Pudge Caddy status, and drew early raves from opposing scouts. "Has taken over the regular catching duties for the Boston Club,'' wrote Royals scout Steve Vrablik. "Real good arm strength and good carry on his throws. ... An aggressive, take-charge receiver and with added experience will be a good one. Long-ball type hitter. Would certainly help out club.

Fisk went on to hit 22 homers, a league-best nine triples, bat .293 with a .909 OPS, and earn this high praise the following year:

1973 media guide: At 25, "Pudge" may already be the best catcher in the American League. He became the first unanimous choice as American League "rookie of the year,'' also Boston's most valuable player, the American League All Star catcher as voted by his fellow players in the Sporting News, and the 1972 catching Gold Glove winner. It was his season long performance which kept the Red Sox within striking distance in 1972, and he seems destined for a great career.

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HARRISON, N.J. The New York Red Bulls bench will be a little deeper this weekend.

Head coach Mike Petke told reporters Friday that Tim Cahill and Andre Akpan will both on the 18-man roster that heads to Columbus to take on the Crew on Saturday (7:30 pm ET, MLS Live). Both players had both been dealing with nagging hamstring injuries, but are now healthy enough to possibly see time for a Red Bulls side looking to pick up a third straight win.

Cahill came off the bench and played 27 minutes in New Yorks 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Union on April 16, but was not in uniform in this past Wednesdays 4-0 thrashing of the Houston Dynamo. The Australian international did not go as far as saying that he suffered a setback, but added that he is definitely not yet ready to start.

The main thing is you make calculated decisions during the season, Cahill, who has missed three games this season, told reporters at Red Bull Arena. I think that was a good, calculated decision [to play vs. Philadelphia] because we got the right result and afterwards the boys got the belief and had a fantastic home win against Houston.

With Cahill unable to go from the opening whistle, Petke will likely not have many lineup selection headaches this weekend. One position that might require some good thought for the second-year head coach, however, is center back.

Ibrahim Sekagya is back from a one-game suspension due to a red card received vs. the Union and now Petke will have to decide between Sekagya and Armando for the center-back spot next to defensive anchor Jmison Olave. Both Sekagya and Armando fared well in their most recent outings, but Petke did not reveal which of them would get the nod against the Crew.

Theyre both competent and confident with the ball, said Petke. Defensively, Armando is more of a get-stuck-in guy and Ibra is more of a read-the-game guy, not to say he doesnt get stuck in. Theyre both similar, but have some different type of things. It depends on the day, it depends on what were feeling.

Franco Panizo covers the New York Red Bulls for MLSsoccer.com. He can be reached by e-mail at Franco8813@gmail.com.

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JONEBSORO, AR (KAIT) - The American Red Cross has moved their emergency shelter for the Aspen Gardens Apartments to the Allen Park Community Center.

The Red Cross is known for offering victims a roof over their heads and supplies following disaster but one facet of the Red Cross goes deeper than that and offers emotional support as well.

"People have just experienced probably the most traumatic thing in their life," Larry Martens with the Red Cross told Region 8 News.

Whether it's a fire, flood, or other natural disaster, human emotion runs strong following tragedy.

Martens said everyone deals with the situation differently.

"And in a situation like this, it's magnified."

He explained just because the disaster is over, doesn't mean a victim's worries are.

"That is followed up with one of the most stressful things they'll go through in trying to restore their lives."

At the same time, Martens said victims continue to deal with the grief of what they've lost.

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Final, Bruins 3-2:The Bruins have won the hockey game.

Jarome Iginla is going to be credited with the winning goal, as he tipped in a shot from the point to give the Bs the win and a 3-1 series lead as the series heads back to Boston.

Overtime, 10:17, 2-2:The Bruins first line just had a pair of chances, but one of them a pretty open look from Milan Lucic appeared to hit a body in front. Shortly thereafter, David Krejci dropped a pass for Jarome Iginla. His shot was stopped with a glove by Jonas Gustavsson, and the puck deflected over the net.

Overtime, 6:41, 2-2:Henrik Zetterberg almost got free on a breakaway, but Zdeno Chara used his long reach to knock the puck off of Zetterbergs stick.

Overtime, 3:06, 2-2:The Bruins fourth line just had the best shift of overtime. Torey Krug wheeled across the offensive zone and put a pass through the slot that Shawn Thornton whiffed on and couldnt convert. That came seconds after a mad scramble in front in which Gregory Campbell couldnt jam the puck in the net.

Overtime, 0:50, 2-2:Tuukka Rask just robbed Justin Abdelkader after Abdelkader got in all alone on a breakaway.

Overtime, 0:01, 2-2:Overtime is underway.

End third period, 2-2:The Bruins had a great chance just as the third period ended. Justin Florek was right in front and tried to redirect a pass from the point, but Jonas Gustavsson got just enough of the puck to keep it out of the net with about 1.2 second to play.

This game is heading to overtime.

Third period, 15:57, 2-2:The Bruinsjustmissed springing Patrice Bergeron on a breakaway. The pass was just a little too far in front of him, and the puck went into the corner in the Detroit zone. He was the first player on the puck, but the Red Wings got back in time to take away any sort of chance. The Bs attempted a shot, and the puck was deflected into the crowd, and weve got our final TV timeout.

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Oscar winning actress and now People's most beautfiul person of 2014, Lupita Nyong'o has had quite the year, but one place where we really fell in love with her was on the red carpet.

Lupita Nyongo has topped this years People Magazine Most Beautiful list and we couldn't be happier for her. Since Lupita emerged on the scene the 12 Years A Slave actress has been inspirational with her grace and elegance, not to mention giving us more than a few red carpet looks to lust over. So in celebration of the most beautiful actress here are our favourite Lupita red carpet moments.

Lupita at the premiere of 12 Years A Slave

Lupita first stole our hearts at the premiere of 12 Years A Slave when the emerging star turned heads in a MuiMui mini dress straight off the runway from their Spring 2014 show. Showing off her high fashion leanings early, the light-pink cockatoo print dress featured long sleeves and a high neck and fanned out into a pleated skirt.

Two months later Lupita wore a white Lanvin dress to the Gotham Independent Film awards which she teamed with a pair of red Dorothy-esque heels. Bringing a pop of colour to her outfit with some standout footwear would become one of Lupitas red carpet signature looks.

Lupita in Chanel at the Golden Globes

When awards season kicked off, Lupita fast became the name on everyones lips, thanks to her slew of nominations for 12 Years A Slave. She made an immediate impression on the Golden Globes red carpet when she wore a breathtaking Ralph Lauren dress. The strapless gown put the young actress on the top of many best dress lists, especially thanks to its high drama cape.

She further showed her elegance and love for stand out colours when she wore a gorgeous teal Gucci gown to the SAG awards, which boasted intricate flower detailing on the collar. Next, she may have lost out on the best actress BAFTA, but on the night Lupita was once again unbeatable in the style stakes. The actress cemented herself as the fashion worlds latest darling, in a dazzling emerald green Dior Couture gown.

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Lebanese citizens who fled their houses from the Lebanese-Syrian border village of Tfail, sit on a pickup as they pass next of Lebanese soldiers on their way back home, in the Ras al-Haref mountains which link to Tfail village, eastern Lebanon, Tuesday April 22, 2014. A Lebanese convoy of soldiers, clerics and Red Cross officials delivered aid Tuesday to a remote village near the Syrian border that was bombed by Syrian government aircraft and blocked by Lebanese militants fighting alongside President Bashar Assads forces in the civil war next door. Hezbollah fighters have been patrolling the area on the Lebanese side and fighting has flared up inside Syria, cutting Tfails residents off from all sides for months. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

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Lebanese and Syrian citizens gather to receive aid supplies, at the main square of Tfail village at the Lebanese-Syrian border, eastern Lebanon, Tuesday April 22, 2014. A Lebanese convoy of soldiers, clerics and Red Cross officials delivered aid Tuesday to a remote village near the Syrian border that was bombed by Syrian government aircraft and blocked by Lebanese militants fighting alongside President Bashar Assads forces in the civil war next door. Hezbollah fighters have been patrolling the area on the Lebanese side and fighting has flared up inside Syria, cutting Tfails residents off from all sides for months. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

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Lebanese General Security forces sit behind tables after they set up a temporary checkpoint to put an exit and entry stamps for the citizens who want to leave or enter the Tfail village at the Lebanese-Syrian border, eastern Lebanon, Tuesday April 22, 2014. A Lebanese convoy of soldiers, clerics and Red Cross officials delivered aid Tuesday to a remote village near the Syrian border that was bombed by Syrian government aircraft and blocked by Lebanese militants fighting alongside President Bashar Assads forces in the civil war next door. Hezbollah fighters have been patrolling the area on the Lebanese side and fighting has flared up inside Syria, cutting Tfails residents off from all sides for months. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

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Lebanese General Security forces check the identity card of a Lebanese woman, center, as she leaves the Tfail village, in the Ras al-Haref mountains at the Lebanese-Syrian border, eastern Lebanon, Tuesday April 22, 2014. A Lebanese convoy of soldiers, clerics and Red Cross officials delivered aid Tuesday to a remote village near the Syrian border that was bombed by Syrian government aircraft and blocked by Lebanese militants fighting alongside President Bashar Assads forces in the civil war next door. Hezbollah fighters have been patrolling the area on the Lebanese side and fighting has flared up inside Syria, cutting Tfails residents off from all sides for months. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

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A Lebanese man steps outside a cave after he showed journalists where people hide from the shelling of Syrian government forces, in Tfail village, at the Lebanese-Syrian border, eastern Lebanon, Tuesday, April 22, 2014 A Lebanese convoy of soldiers, clerics and Red Cross officials delivered aid Tuesday to a remote village near the Syrian border that was bombed by Syrian government aircraft and blocked by Lebanese militants fighting alongside President Bashar Assads forces in the civil war next door. Hezbollah fighters have been patrolling the area on the Lebanese side and fighting has flared up inside Syria, cutting Tfails residents off from all sides for months. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

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Red Bull plead innocence in Fallows row

Red Bull maintain that they aren't behind aero chief Dan Fallows' about turn, as the dispute between McLaren and the Milton Keynes outfit heads to the High Court.

McLaren are reportedly planning legal action against Red Bull for encouraging Fallows to break a binding contract with them, although Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner refuses to acknowledge that the reigning Constructors' Champions did anything wrong.

"The situation with Dan is very clear," Horner told Autosport.

"Dan decided that he was going to leave Red Bull for reasons of his own.

"With the changes that have happened at McLaren [such as Martin Whitmarsh being moved aside], he decided that he didn't want to join.

"It was 100 percent his decision to approach us and see if there was a situation still open.

"It was his choice and I think that getting lawyers involved, if that is the way that McLaren want to act, then that is what will have to be done."

Horner also dismissed the merits of McLaren's legal claim, adding that the Woking outfit would be better off if they were focused on improving their car rather than waste time and money on legal fees.

"It is very easy for McLaren to be drawing focus away from their bigger issues," Horner added.

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Red Bull maintain that they aren't behind aero chief Dan Fallows' about turn, as the dispute between McLaren and the Milton Keynes outfit heads to the High Court.

McLaren are reportedly planning legal action against Red Bull for encouraging Fallows to break a binding contract with them, although Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner refuses to acknowledge that the reigning Constructors' Champions did anything wrong.

"The situation with Dan is very clear," Horner told Autosport.

"Dan decided that he was going to leave Red Bull for reasons of his own.

"With the changes that have happened at McLaren [such as Martin Whitmarsh being moved aside], he decided that he didn't want to join.

"It was 100 percent his decision to approach us and see if there was a situation still open.

"It was his choice and I think that getting lawyers involved, if that is the way that McLaren want to act, then that is what will have to be done."

Horner also dismissed the merits of McLaren's legal claim, adding that the Woking outfit would be better off if they were focused on improving their car rather than waste time and money on legal fees.

"It is very easy for McLaren to be drawing focus away from their bigger issues," Horner added.

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Red Bull insists it played no part in aero chief Dan Fallows' decision to return to its Formula 1 team, as its row with McLaren heads for the High Court.

As AUTOSPORT revealed, McLaren is planning legal action against Red Bull for having, it believes, enticed Fallows to break a binding contract he had with the Woking-based outfit.

But amid high tensions over the matter at the Chinese Grand Prix, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is adamant his squad did nothing wrong.

"The situation with Dan is very clear," said Horner. "Dan decided that he was going to leave Red Bull for reasons of his own.

"With the changes that have happened at McLaren [such as Martin Whitmarsh being moved aside], he decided that he didn't want to join.

"It was 100 per cent his decision to approach us and see if there was a situation still open.

"It was his choice and I think that getting lawyers involved, if that is the way that McLaren want to act, then that is what will have to be done."

Horner said he was unmoved by McLaren's threat of legal action, but he suggested that his rival would be better off focusing on making its car quicker rather than spending money on lawyers.

"It is very easy for McLaren to be drawing focus away from their bigger issues," he said.

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BOSTON Whether the Orioles dust-up with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park galvanizes their clubhouse remains to be seen over the course of a season still in its infancy.

Regardless, the dugout-emptying confrontation between Orioles pitcher Bud Norris and Red Sox catcher David Ross in the Orioles 4-2 loss is an example of the intensity of life in the American League East no matter the calendar date.

All was normal until Ross stepped to the batters box with a man on first and no outs in the seventh inning with the game tied at 2. Looking to bunt, he believed some of Norris deliveries were coming close to his head, and he didnt like that.

So after Ross squared around and a 90 mph 2-1 pitch rode high and in, the veteran catcher twice yelled out to Norris, Make an adjustment, as he stepped toward the mound.

The Orioles 6-foot-5 catcher, Matt Wieters, stepped in front of the 6-2 Ross quickly and exchanged words with him before anything could escalate. Players and coaches flooded out of both dugouts, but cooler heads prevailed.

The emotions are running high, Orioles first baseman Chris Davis said. Its the Red Sox. Its a rival. Its a part of the game. We dont back down. Thats our thing. We have each others backs. If somebody wants to run their mouths, well stand up to them.

This wasnt the knockdown, drag-out Kevin Gregg-David Ortiz brawl of three seasons ago at Fenway, but rather a reminder to the Red Sox that under manager Buck Showalter, these Orioles arent going to back down to the defending World Series champions in any situation.

I guess he thought somebody was throwing at him after two breaking balls and a fastball away, Showalter said. I don't know. It's emotional. Ross is a good player, a good catcher and a pro. But I know Matt. He's not going to allow somebody to yell at his pitcher like that, especially when [Ross] doesn't have any reason to.

Showalter was more frustrated by the fact that both teams received warnings after Ross outburst but nothing happened after Davis was plunked with a 2-0 fastball in the top of the seventh.

We got a warning because of Ross' reaction, Showalter said. Go figure.

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Boston The Red Wings earned a split in these first two games, which is probably what they would have wanted heading into this playoff series.

But the momentum is squarely back with the Boston Bruins, who on Sunday won convincingly, 4-1.

The way Boston won this game was impressive.

The Bruins played their type of physical game, completely dominated the special teams, and left the Red Wings groping for answers.

Game 3 is at Joe Louis Arena Tuesday, with Game 4 Thursday. Game 5 will be Saturday back in Boston.

The momentum the Red Wings had after Game 1, theyll need to regain.

We were ineffective, period, coach Mike Babcock said. I didnt think we were very good. They were better. We were better than them Game 1. I thought they were way better than us in Game 2.

They were engaged. They won the battles. They were quick, we were slow.

A key point in Game 1 was the Red Wings ability to stay out of the penalty box and not engage in Bostons physical style.

But the Bruins enticed the Red Wings into fighting back, especially in the first period.

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BOSTON Whether the Orioles dust-up with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park galvanizes their clubhouse remains to be seen over the course of a season still in its infancy.

Regardless, the dugout-emptying confrontation between Orioles pitcher Bud Norris and Red Sox catcher David Ross in the Orioles 4-2 loss is an example of the intensity of life in the American League East no matter the calendar date.

All was normal until Ross stepped to the batters box with a man on first and no outs in the seventh inning with the game tied at 2. Looking to bunt, he believed some of Norris deliveries were coming close to his head, and he didnt like that.

So after Ross squared around and a 90 mph 2-1 pitch rode high and in, the veteran catcher twice yelled out to Norris, Make an adjustment, as he stepped toward the mound.

The Orioles 6-foot-5 catcher, Matt Wieters, stepped in front of the 6-2 Ross quickly and exchanged words with him before anything could escalate. Players and coaches flooded out of both dugouts, but cooler heads prevailed.

The emotions are running high, Orioles first baseman Chris Davis said. Its the Red Sox. Its a rival. Its a part of the game. We dont back down. Thats our thing. We have each others backs. If somebody wants to run their mouths, well stand up to them.

This wasnt the knockdown, drag-out Kevin Gregg-David Ortiz brawl of three seasons ago at Fenway, but rather a reminder to the Red Sox that under manager Buck Showalter, these Orioles arent going to back down to the defending World Series champions in any situation.

I guess he thought somebody was throwing at him after two breaking balls and a fastball away, Showalter said. I don't know. It's emotional. Ross is a good player, a good catcher and a pro. But I know Matt. He's not going to allow somebody to yell at his pitcher like that, especially when [Ross] doesn't have any reason to.

Showalter was more frustrated by the fact that both teams received warnings after Ross outburst but nothing happened after Davis was plunked with a 2-0 fastball in the top of the seventh.

We got a warning because of Ross' reaction, Showalter said. Go figure.

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BOSTON Whether the Orioles dust-up with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park galvanizes their clubhouse remains to be seen over the course of a season still in its infancy.

Regardless, the dugout-emptying confrontation between Orioles pitcher Bud Norris and Red Sox catcher David Ross in the Orioles 4-2 loss is an example of the intensity of life in the American League East no matter the calendar date.

All was normal until Ross stepped to the batters box with a man on first and no outs in the seventh inning with the game tied at 2. Looking to bunt, he believed some of Norris deliveries were coming close to his head, and he didnt like that.

So after Ross squared around and a 90 mph 2-1 pitch rode high and in, the veteran catcher twice yelled out to Norris, Make an adjustment, as he stepped toward the mound.

The Orioles 6-foot-5 catcher, Matt Wieters, stepped in front of the 6-2 Ross quickly and exchanged words with him before anything could escalate. Players and coaches flooded out of both dugouts, but cooler heads prevailed.

The emotions are running high, Orioles first baseman Chris Davis said. Its the Red Sox. Its a rival. Its a part of the game. We dont back down. Thats our thing. We have each others backs. If somebody wants to run their mouths, well stand up to them.

This wasnt the knockdown, drag-out Kevin Gregg-David Ortiz brawl of three seasons ago at Fenway, but rather a reminder to the Red Sox that under manager Buck Showalter, these Orioles arent going to back down to the defending World Series champions in any situation.

I guess he thought somebody was throwing at him after two breaking balls and a fastball away, Showalter said. I don't know. It's emotional. Ross is a good player, a good catcher and a pro. But I know Matt. He's not going to allow somebody to yell at his pitcher like that, especially when [Ross] doesn't have any reason to.

Showalter was more frustrated by the fact that both teams received warnings after Ross outburst but nothing happened after Davis was plunked with a 2-0 fastball in the top of the seventh.

We got a warning because of Ross' reaction, Showalter said. Go figure.

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Final, 1-0 Red Wings: Its all over, the Bruins arent able to get a shot on net in the final minute, and the Red Wings lead the series 1-0 after a thrilling Game 1. Well see you Sunday for Game 2.

Third period, 40.2, 1-0 Red Wings: With the goalie pulled, the Bruins have an offensive zone faceoff upcoming after a timeout.

Third period, 3:01, 1-0 Red Wings: This building is quiet.

Pavel Datsyuk weaved in the offensive zone on a 2-on-2 while Justin Abdelkader drove to the net. Datsyuk fired a low wrister to Rasks blocker side and flat-out beat him with the shot. Wings lead 1-0 with just a few minutes to play.

Third period, 5:26, 0-0: A solid shift by the third line of Florek-Soderberg-Eriksson has this crowd charged up in the final TV timeout. Its tense inside the Garden, but not in a negative way. It feels like the 17,000-plus fans feel the Bruins are going to win this game.

Third period, 8:15, 0-0: Loui Eriksson nearly potted the games first goal, after Jakub Kindl had a bad turnover at the Detroit blue line. Eriksson edged around a flat-footed Kindl and drove from the left wing toward the net. He got a shot on goal before getting submarined, but Howard made the save.

Im starting to get a triple-overtime feeling here. Its early, though.

Third period, 12:19, 0-0: The Bs dont score on the power play, but they peppered Howard with a series of shots and grabbed some momentum in this game. Thornton put a long slapper on net, which Howard swallowed for a whistle, and the Bs will have an offensive zone faceoff coming out of the timeout.

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On Tuesday millions in America saw a total lunar eclipse in the skies That moon will return over Earth three times in the next 17 months Astronomers call the rare run of red moons a tetrad On September 15 next year, Britain will witness the spectacle

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On September 15 next year, Britain will witness an extraordinary sight.

High in the heavens, the Moon will turn an eerie blood-red filling the night sky with fiery radiance, as if Mars, the planet of war, has suddenly burst from its natural orbit and arrived on our doorstep.

This spectacular vision will be the culmination of a rare and, in the eyes of some, deeply ominous astrological event, which began this week.

On Tuesday, millions of people across America and much of the rest of the Western hemisphere saw exactly such a blood-red moon glowing above their heads for around an hour-and-a-half. That same moon will return over Earth three times in the next 17 months, making its final dramatic appearance over Britain.

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BOSTON (CBS) Prior to the start of this season, many fans of old-time hockey were happy to see that the Bruins and Red Wings would be playing in the same division under the NHLs most recent realignment. And now at the end of the regular season, theyre getting more than they could have realistically hoped for.

The two Original Six teams will meet in the postseason for the first time since 1957, introducing a new generation or two to a whole new brand of playoff hockey.

Though the Bruins finished the regular season as the best team in the entire NHL, this matchup of the top seed versus the eighth seed is expected to be a close one. Thats in part due to the Red Wings winning the season series three games to one against Boston, and its in part due to the mystique if you will of that Detroit sweater in the playoffs. Its true that the Wings havent made it deep in the playoffs since losing in the Stanley Cup Final in 2009, but theyre a team with a firm base, a solid coach, and a home rink that is sure to be packed and loud for Games 3 and 4 and Game 6 if necessary.

The Bruins are the better team on paper, but in the NHLs postseason, truly anything can happen. And usually, it does.

Here are four items to watch during what should be an entertaining series between two of the NHLs classic franchises.

Whos Healthy?

Nobody wanted to wait from Sunday until Friday for this series to get under way, but considering the number of injured and/or sick players involved, both teams are likely happy to have had a few extra days to recover and regroup.

Patrice Bergeron, Loui Eriksson, Kevan Miller, Chris Kelly and Matt Bartkowski were all absent from the Bruins first practice of the week due to a flu bug (and back issues for Kelly), though all but Kelly and Bartkowski were able to return to the ice by Thursday. Daniel Paille sustained what has to be assumed as a concussion on Saturday, and hes yet to skate since taking a hit from Buffalos Jake McCabe. Dennis Seidenberg, a long shot to return this postseason, also got in some intense skating work as he tries to pull off a rapid recovery from a torn ACL.

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I`M " GONNA " HANG AROUND MY SUGAR - LANIN`S RED HEADS
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By: Gernot Klawunn

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Tim Blair lowers the Amakuas mainsail as they approach the Presidio Yacht Club near Sausalito. (Alvin Jornada / For The Press Democrat)

Tim Blair is the director, and heart and soul of Transformational Sailing, a group that uses the healing power of wind, sea and sky to help veterans and cancer patients. On Thursday, April 17 he along with other men and women of Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Counties will be honored as Real Heroes by the American Red Cross.

The 11th Annual Real Heroes Breakfast, presented by Wells Fargo, will honor the courageous acts of inspirational members of the community. Heroes are acknowledged in ten categories which highlight the heroic deeds of community members in Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Counties. The categories include Medical, Humanitarian Adult, Humanitarian Youth, Law Enforcement, Environment, Rescue Professional, Education, Heroic Deed, Military and Animal.

See photos of the honorees here

Tim Blair, the founder of Transformational Sailing, was nominated by Merrill Lynch in the military category. Other local nominees include Nick Papadopolous and Gary Cedar, who co-founded CropMobster.com, Chris Kittredge who helps raise puppies to become service dogs, and John Bribiescas who co-founded School Plus, a non-profit program developed to save and supplement enrichment programs throughout Santa Rosa schools, just to name a few.

To read about 9-year-old third-grade Kenwood student Riley Orton, another nominee, click here.

The invitation-only event will be heldThursday, April 17at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park at7:30 a.m.The Breakfast is a highlight event in the Red Cross chapters calendar as it significantly benefits the continuation of essential disaster aid services and classes the Red Cross provides to support the communities of all three counties.

Debbie Abrams of KZST will emcee the event that features sponsors such as Pacific Gas and Electric, Jackson Family Wines, St. Joseph Health, Kaiser Permanente, American AgCredit, Amys Kitchen, Sutter Medical Center, Eileen Adams, Medtronic, Merrill Lynch, The Press Democrat, Sonoma Raceway, North Bay Business Journal, KZST 100.1, and The Ukiah Daily Journal. Table Sponsors are Factory Pipe, Marys Pizza Shack and Freidmans Home Improvement.

Those wishing to attend the event can call the Red Cross at 577-7627. While there is not a set ticket prices, guests are encouraged to contribute a minimum donation of $133 to represent the 133 years the American Red Cross has been serving the American people.

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