Anthony Travalgia: Donato sent down to Providence as Backes nears a return Ryan Donato was sent down to Providence on Thursday as David Backes nears a return to the lineup.

I don't think the hit by TJ Miller in the playoffs on Backes was over the edge at all, and it was pretty concerning that hit even gave him a concussion. Or am I not remembering the injury from that hit correctly?

I don't think the hit by TJ Miller in the playoffs on Backes was over the edge at all, and it was pretty concerning that hit even gave him a concussion. Or am I not remembering the injury from that hit correctly?
- ducci1012

No, you’re remembering correctly. It was a little high but Backes put himself in a bad spot. But I thought the same thing, guy should retire he’s gonna be a vegetable in 15 years

Wow Anthony, you called the Donato demotion before the season started, didnt you...

Looks like Stempniak is still hanging around without a deal. Practiced with the top line today. I wouldn't hate him being signed to a cheap contract.

Donato had his best game against Montreal. He needs a confidence boost. Maybe the A will do it.

This is the SOFTEST Bruins Team I have ever seen. SOFT. Wagner, Backes, Chara are the only ones that even attempt to play the body
SOFT That’s on Sweeney and Neely