Bruins win without Rask, take 2-1 lead over Hurricanes

TORONTO (AP) - Jaroslav Halak stopped 29 shots after goalie Tuukka Rask opted out of the NHL playoffs and Charlie Coyle had a goal and assist to help the Boston Bruins beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 on Saturday for a 2-1 series lead.

Rask’s absence was announced Saturday morning and ...