How does Tuukka Rask look in practice? Bruins coach gives positive report originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
Tuukka Rask has been practicing with the Boston Bruins for a few weeks, and according to head coach Bruce Cassidy, the veteran goaltender’s performance has been impressive.
“He looks good,” Cassidy told reporters after Tuesday’s practice. “I’ve watched him for years, so I’m stating the obvious. He’s an excellent goaltender, technically sound. Not a lot of wasted movements for Tuukka. It’s been his strength since he came into the league as a 20-year-old. I think it’s been well-documented if you go back and look at the scouting reports. That’s been his strength, he’s always in control. That’s been his game from Day 1.
“He certainly looks the part out there right now. He’s coming along very well. You’re never sure with surgery how it’ll go, complications, etc. He got through it, put the work in. I’ve seen him in the gym every morning here at his scheduled…