Twice the Relief

In watching Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, there were many tense moments for both the Boston Bruin and Vancouver Canuck fans.  At times, it was almost unbearable for this hack writing what you are reading right now.  So, imagine the sense of relief when Raffi Torres scored with 19 seconds left in the game to break a scoreless tie and give Vancouver a 1-0 series lead.  Now, for those who didn't see what happened with Burrows, here's the video:



Surprisingly, and with much relief for me at least, Burrows was not suspended for that snack.  According to acting NHL head disciplinarian Mike Murphy, there was no conclusive evidence that Burrows intentionally bit Patrice Bergeron's gloved finger.  Hmm, I don't know about you, but that seems like a flimsy excuse, one that I will happily take.  Boston Bruin fans will think otherwise, and rightfully so, but if I'm any other Vancouver Canuck fan right now, I'd be sending Murphy a fruit basket with a thank you note because the team and Burrows, specifically, dodged a major bullet.