Know Your Enemy: 5 Questions with Stanley Cup Of Chowder

As a playoff series begins, it’s always nice to hear what the other side has to say. Dan Ryan, managing editor at SB Nation affiliate site Stanley Cup Of Chowder, was kind enough to provide his perspective as the Hurricanes and Bruins kick off the Eastern Conference Final.

The Bruins have cut way back on their penalties in the playoffs, dropping almost four minutes per game from their regular season rate. Their penalty minutes per game is the lowest of any remaining team. Is this just a byproduct of “welp, playoffs!” or is there something more fundamental at play?