Mike Ashmore's NHL Tour - Stop #5 - Boston, MA.  The Pictures. January 12, 2004

After sitting around for almost 40 minutes, the Sabres and Bruins finally get to skate again.

A look at the Bruins bench, including Boston native Ted Donato.

The very over the top Rene Rancourt prepares to sing the national anthem.

A look at the ice during the anthem.

The Bruins starting lineup.

A look at center ice prior to the faceoff.

The opening faceoff.

A scrum is separated along the corner boards.

The Bruins bench.

And the Sabres bench.

Andrew Raycroft works on his crease during the 1st period.

Martin Biron in his crease during the 2nd,

The Bruins started the 3rd period with a 2-man advantage.