Bruins edge Flames 4 2 as Esposito nets twice
Boston breaks ahead in the East with a 4-2 win over Atlanta powered by Phil Esposito's two goals. Bobby Orr injures left knee area but x rays show bruise and no major damage. Carol Vadnais to log more ice time with increased responsibilities.
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Ski conditions across New England Thursday night reported
The New England Ski Area Council lists diverse conditions from many resorts. Notable items include Ascutney and Bromley with limited operations. Jay Peak shows mixed metrics. Vermont and Massachusetts hills report a range of powder to packed snow and occasional icy spots. Buffalo game notes and NBA mentions interrupt the ski brief.
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Leafs rally past Minnesota as Seals win 27 road games
Toronto tops Minnesota 4 3 behind Tim Ecclestone two goals in the first period and Rick Kehoe in the third, moving within three points of idle New York Rangers. J P Parise scored Minnesota's lone goal while Joey Johnston netted California's only goal of the night. In the WHA, Toronto beat Los Angeles 5 4 in overtime, with Wayne Dillon forcing OT and Tom Martin delivering the winner. Ronald Leclair scored Quebec’s winner over Houston as Gordie Howe of Houston contributed a goal and two assists.
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Lanier’s big feet and big season reshape Pistons defense
Bob Lanier, 25, star center for Detroit, has transformed from a pure scorer to a defensive force, averaging 23.1 points and 13.9 rebounds and earning MVP honors at the Seattle All Star game. His size 22 sneakers are famed, with one pair in the Naismith Hall of Fame, but praise now centers on his improved two way play and coach Ray Scott’s push for tougher defense.
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Pistons risen on defense led by Lanier in playoff chase
Ray Scott drilled a defensive mindset as Bob Lanier thrives on both ends. Detroit has won 22 of 30, sitting 1.5 games back of Chicago for second in the division and 14-42 atop Kansas City Omaha. The team has held opponents under 100 points 29 times this season, up from 15 last year.
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