Thursday's TV schedule, complete with channels and times, customized for the Boston sports fan. Click on highlighted teams' names for complete schedules, scores, and previews, plus an active community devoted to your team. All times ET and approximate.
NHL
Boston Bruins vs. Washington Capitals - 7:30 p.m. (TV: NESN & NBC Sports Network) The Boston Bruins begin their quest for a second consecutive Stanley Cup, as they open their Eastern Conference opening round series at the TD Garden against the Washington Capitals. The Capitals have shaky goaltending, but were able to piece together a playoff run at the end of the regular season.
Ottawa Senators vs. New York Rangers - 7 p.m. (TV: NHL Network)
San Jose Sharks vs. St. Louis Blues - 7:30 p.m. (TV: CNBC)
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Phoenix Coyotes - 10 p.m. (TV: NBC Sports Network)
NBA action after the jump!
NBA
Miami Heat vs. Chicago Bulls - 8 p.m. (TV: TNT)
Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors (TV: TNT)