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Bruins turn on energy

Line of Paille, Campbell and Thornton helps team flip switch for playoffs

Updated: May 2, 2013, 1:33 AM ET
By Joe McDonald | ESPNBoston.com

BOSTON -- Even before the Boston Bruins posted a 4-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals Wednesday night at TD Garden, Bruins coach Claude Julien said he felt the team was more focused than it has been in a while.

Most coaches would say that about their team after a win like this, but the Bruins showcased that focus throughout the lineup en route to victory. This was the team and the style of play we've come to expect -- but haven't seen ...

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