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A big part of being an NHL head coach in the Stanley Cup playoffs is trying to work the officials for calls. It's usually part of a news conference after the game or an off day. Boston Bruins coach Jim Montgomery took it to a more extreme — and hilarious — level in Game 5 of their game against the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night. Montgomery was especially irked that Bruins forward Mason Lohrei's hooking penalty was not accompanied by a diving penalty on the Panthers. He decided to use some visuals.
Jim Montgomery had some thoughts about Mason Lohrei's penalty.  pic.twitter.com/ALWSwvcpWz— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) May 15, 2024
He really wanted that embellishment call. He did not get it. Montgomery and the Bruins have been especially frustrated with the officiating and the NHL overall in this series.They lost star winger Brad Marchand for Games 4 and 5 after a cheap shot from Panthers forward Sam Bennett that went unpunished. Then Bennett scored a huge goal in Game 4 on a controversial call that did not result in goalie interference. The Bruins' failed challenge on that play resulted in a delay-of-game penalty that helped swing the game in Florida's favor. 

Watch: Bruins coach gets hilariously animated while campaigning for penalty call

It's not unusual for Mike Milbury to make news with something he says.The former NHL player, coach, general manager and broadcast analyst has never shied away from being controversial.However, there is nothing controversial at all in what he said about Boston Bruins' goaltender Jeremy Swayman. And it may stick.Milbury, who played for and coached the Bruins, has given Swayman a nickname: "Swaystopper."Boston trails the Florida Panthers 3-2 in an Eastern Conference second-round series, but it's no fault of Swayman. He has a .933 save percentage and 2.16 goals-against average in 11 playoff games this season.Swayman made 28 saves on Tuesday night as the Bruins staved off elimination with a 2-1 win.“You gotta have Swayman being a showstopper or Swaystopper,” Milbury said on WEEI's "The Greg Hill Show" on Thursday. “ He’s gotta be on top of his game."“The schedule has been great for using one goaltender," Milbury continued. "You play every other day, and then all of a sudden, you pop in a two-day break … enough to get them back and refocused. This guy (Swayman) seems to be as focused as anyone.”Game 6 is Friday at Boston's TD Garden at 7 p.m.

Mike Milbury gives Bruins goalie playoff nickname

Detroit, MI

It’s been nearly three years since Jeff Blashill was an NHL head coach, but his extended hiatus doesn’t seem to deter one team from possibly considering him for its head coach opening.According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Blashill could be a leading candidate for the open head-coaching job with the San Jose Sharks — a team looking for a fresh voice after a league-worst 19-54-9 record in 2023 under former HC David Quinn.“I would like see Jeff Blashill get a second chance,” Friedman stated on his “32 Thoughts” podcast. “I would like to see what people learn after their first time...

Former Red Wings head coach linked to open NHL job

Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced starting pitcher Emmet Sheehan underwent season-ending UCL surgery on his right elbow. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache. Sheehan has been on the injured list all season after experiencing shoulder soreness. He was favored to be the fifth starter in the rotation but went on the shelf on March 9 and hasn’t pitched since. The 24-year-old was a major contributor to the starting rotation last year. In his rookie year, Sheehan appeared in 13 games and started 11. He had a 4.92 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 60.1 innings. Sheehan’s setback makes the Dodgers list of injured pitchers even longer. Los Angeles is still waiting on Clayton Kershaw, Tony Gonsolin, and Dustin May to come back from injuries. Walker Buehler just returned for the first time in two years, and Shohei Ohtani won’t pitch for the Dodgers until next season. While there is no timeline for his return, it’s safe to assume Sheehan will miss the start of next season as well. 

Dodgers starter undergoes season-ending UCL surgery

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Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a little dog named Howie who they describe as the “cutest pup on four paws" clarifying that “okay they might all be cute, but Howie is extra special." Despite being returned to the shelter twice, the shelter staff attest that Howie brings an extra special charm to anyone he meets.

Meet Howie: The Extra Special Little Dog Looking For Love

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

With all the crazy news we hear these days, it is understandable that people might feel helpless to make a difference. It's true that you might not be able to cure the ills of the world, but you can, quite easily in fact, make a huge, positive difference in the life of a cat. Best of all--you reap the rewards too.

These cats are looking for a place to call home (and two senior kitties' success stories)

Denver, CO

Minneapolis, MN

With their backs against the wall, the start of Game 6 had the makings of a long evening for the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, they turned the tables on the Denver Nuggets, going on an incredible run to close out the first quarter. The Nuggets started hot, gaining an early seven-point advantage. But the Timberwolves responded, racking up 20 unanswered points. Ultimately, after falling behind 9-2, Minnesota outscored Denver 29-5 to take a 17-point lead (31-14) into the second quarter. 
MY GOODNESS, JADEN MCDANIELS.  pic.twitter.com/H04NHMcBuh— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) May 17, 2024

YEAAAAH, BIG RU. @PaniniAmerica Peak Performance of the Game. pic.twitter.com/BKxitncqy5— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) May 17, 2024
The Timberwolves' impressive streak was made even more so by how they scored. Several times, they turned strong defense into transition offense, leading to easy points that had the home crowd at Target Center fired up. 
KAT COMING THRUUU.  pic.twitter.com/n9fwf0iW8t— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) May 17, 2024

AIR ANT. ✈️ pic.twitter.com/KsTkyOfIaZ— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) May 17, 2024
After jumping out to a surprising 2-0 lead over the Nuggets, the Timberwolves entered Thursday night with their season on the line after dropping three straight, two by double-digits. With a victory, they'll force a deciding Game 7 in Denver on Sunday. 

Watch: Timberwolves rip off 20-0 run to open big lead vs. Nuggets in Game 6

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Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

Javier Baez, what would you say...you do here?That's the question Detroit Tigers owner Christopher Ilitch should be asking the man once known as "El Mago."Either that, or "where's my $25 million?"It was no secret that former general manager Al Avila strapped Detroit to a terrible contract when he signed Baez to a six-year, $140 million contract in 2021. Baez was once arguably the hottest player in the game who earned the nickname comparing him to a magician, but his first two years in Detroit were more trick than treat. Now that he's fully settled into his new digs, "El Mago"...

Javier Baez still being on the Tigers is an inditement against team owner

While it's just an old superstition that cats will steal your breath, you'll gasp when you see how cute these cats are. All are available from local, Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link to each cat to get in touch with their respective shelter.

Six amazing cats that will take your breath away

Unsurprisingly, Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton was a no-show when veterans joined rookies for on-field work on Monday.Mike Klis of KUSA-TV in Denver reported the former Pro Bowler is working out in Florida and has not attended the team's voluntary offseason program, which started in April.Sutton is making it clear he wants a new contract. The 28-year-old has two years remaining on a four-year, $60.8M deal, but only $2M is guaranteed. Whether the Broncos will give him a new deal remains to be seen. Over The Cap estimates Denver has $8.83M in cap room, meaning it's not in a position to...

WR Courtland Sutton's holdout is forcing Broncos' hand

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Campbell, MO

CJ Coombs

When homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it usually means there will be an intended purpose to keep the structure alive whether it’s through historic restoration, repurposing, or general maintenance. Sometimes, too, these places get demolished.

This house in the southern tip of Missouri constructed over 160 years ago could be a book of stories

Anaheim, CA

L.A. TACO

In my opinion, being the first taquero to unleash a new regional style of burrito into Southern California’s expansive taco universe is almost worthy of a Nobel Peace Prize, especially when the results are as delicious as they are at Los De Juárez Burritos in Anaheim.

Juárez-Style Burritos Have Arrived in Southern California, And They are Already Selling Out In Less than An Hour

Migrants and their advocates hosted a press conference Friday at an undisclosed homeless encampment and railed against conditions in Denver. Migrants Willy Bastidas and a woman named Mandy shared stories of shelter conditions. They said migrants are being kicked out after three days with nowhere to go.

Migrants defend homeless encampment in Denver ahead of sweep

Charles Barkley's unapologetic demeanor has made him a beloved television personality for years. Why would he stop being himself now?During Monday's "Inside the NBA" on TNT, the crew played a clip of Nuggets coach Michael Malone addressing Barkley and other pundits who wrote off his team after they went down 0-2 against the Timberwolves. Malone revealed he created a two-minute edit video showing analysts such as Barkley declaring that the series was over and that Minnesota was a better team.While responding to Malone's comments, Barkley flat-out refused to apologize. If anything, he doubled down on his take and questioned Malone for...

Charles Barkley refuses to apologize for Nuggets hot take

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It’s safe to say that almost no one in the Greater Toronto Area has ever heard of Dardenne Prairie, Missouri. The sleepy St. Louis suburb of...

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