Andrew Ference Hurt

[bigjohnson]

Just reported on NESN that Andrew Ference is going to be out 6-8 weeks with a broken tibia. It happend at the end of the 2nd period when he blocked a shot. He is scheduled to have a pin put in leg on monday.

I think he has been the best defensemen this year for the Bruins. I will post a link when it hits the 'net.

NESN just reported on its pregame show that defenseman Andrew Ference, hit in the leg by a slapper on Thursday, will miss the next six to eight weeks with a broken tibia. He will have a screw inserted into his leg on Monday.

[blackngold]

Sucks to lose the 9th best defensive defenseman in the NHL but I am confident Hunwick will do well.

[bigjohnson]

interesting link u added there.

so what does this mean, Lashoff back up? a trade in the works?

[blackngold]

Originally Posted by bigjohnson03431

interesting link u added there.

so what does this mean, Lashoff back up? a trade in the works?

I'd rather see Boychuk up, he's been playing well offensively, defensively, and he's physical and not afraid to drop them. Lashoff's development has stalled.

[Sugden Flu]

What a shame about Ference! He was off to an excellent start and now, even when he comes back, who knows if he'll be 100% and be able to pick up where he left off this season. This is however a great opportunity for one of our young d-men. Hopefully, one of them (Lashoff, Hunwick, or Boychuk) will step in and prove himself an NHL caliber defenseman.

[bigjohnson]

Coach said they will not call up a 7th defenceman from Providence because he doesnt want them to sit in the stands every nite, he wants them to play.

[canuckfan]

Still think trading away Ference (and Kobasew) was one the worst deals Sutter and the Flamers ever made. Very underrated little d-man with some moxy - and great to see he took off the visor! Anyhow - tough loss for the Bruins. Hope he makes a full and fast recovery.