It has been referred to as the "Jack Pot" and the "Jack Parker Invitational" because of the number of times the veteran bench boss has led Boston University to the Beanpot championship. Heading into last night's 57th quest for Boston bragging rights against Northeastern, the No. 1-ranked Terriers had 28 Beanpot crowns to their credit.
Well, say hello to No. 29. The third-ranked Huskies, who have been atop the Hockey East standings for the bulk of the season, gave it their best shot - thinking this was the year they would take it away from their league rivals for their first crown since 1988 - but they fell well short as BU scored three shorthanded goals on the way to a 5-2 win at TD Banknorth Garden.
In the third period, which started with BU holding a one-goal lead, the Terriers (22-5-1) scored back-to-back shorthanded tallies to put the game out of reach and secure their 12th title in the last 15 years.
Parker, who is in his 36th season, said he was flummoxed by the number of goals scored with his team a man down.
"The game is won on three shorthanded goals, who would've thunk?" he said. "I've never seen that in my life in a Beanpot.
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Well, say hello to No. 29. The third-ranked Huskies, who have been atop the Hockey East standings for the bulk of the season, gave it their best shot - thinking this was the year they would take it away from their league rivals for their first crown since 1988 - but they fell well short as BU scored three shorthanded goals on the way to a 5-2 win at TD Banknorth Garden.
In the third period, which started with BU holding a one-goal lead, the Terriers (22-5-1) scored back-to-back shorthanded tallies to put the game out of reach and secure their 12th title in the last 15 years.
Parker, who is in his 36th season, said he was flummoxed by the number of goals scored with his team a man down.
"The game is won on three shorthanded goals, who would've thunk?" he said. "I've never seen that in my life in a Beanpot.
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