For More Predictions on Game 7, We Turn to Wildcat Experts

In case you didn't know, there's a big hockey game tonight.

The hours are ticking down before the Boston Bruins battle the Vancouver Canucks with the Stanley Cup on the line.

So we decided to turn to some locals who know a thing a two about winning hardware. The Wilmington High School team has Cape Ann League in recent decades, including a in this their final season before switching to the Middlesex League.

So in advance of that starts just after 8 p.m. on NBC, we asked a trio of Wildcats for their thoughts on tonight's historic tilt.

Steve Scanlon - Wilmington High School head coach

What will the final score be and who will win?

"I think the Bruins will take it, 4-2. The power play will come to life a little bit."

Who is the key player in the game?

"Milan Lucic and Tim Thomas are the key guys. I think the hometown kid (Lucic, a Vancouver native) will score two and lead the way."

How exciting has this playoff run been for you as a fan?

"It’s been incredibly exciting. I can remember I was in grade school when it was Bobby Orr and them winning the cup. That was crazy. The Bruins practiced on Route 25 back then. It’s kind of a rehash of that for me. They've been really exciting games. The crowds have been the seventh player in both buildings." 

Do you feel a different connection with the team as a Wilmington resident since the team's facility is in town?

"It’s great bragging rights that you play in the same building as your hometown team. We get to see them coming to practice every day, the same way we do. We’ve always had a good relationship with the team. They’ve given us equipment and stuff like that. If there's ever a kid who may not be able to afford equipment, they've provided a pair of skates. I have my gloves I got from Joe Thornton before he was traded. It’s extra special for our players having the Bruins around."

Brian Pickett - Wilmington High School forward

What will the final score be and who will win?

2-1, Bruins win.

Who is the key player in the game?

Tim Thomas.

How exciting has this playoff run been for you as a fan?

"I have loved every second of the series. Its been fast paced and hard hitting. I think it's been really exciting given the fact that the games keep you on the edge of your seat."

Do you feel a different connection with the team as a Wilmington resident since the team's facility is in town?

"A little, I think that I root harder for them considering that if they win the Cup, that the Cup will have to come through the 'Stush (Ristuccia Arena) at some point."

Dalton Rolli - Wilmington High School forward

What will the final score be and who will win?

Bruins will win 2-1 in overtime

Who is the key player in the game?

"Tim Thomas, as always."

How exciting has this playoff run been for you as a fan?

"Its been very exciting. I was at Game 1 and 7 against the Lightning and both games were the most exciting games I have ever been too."

Do you feel a different connection with the team as a Wilmington resident since the team's facility is in town?

"It is an honor to skate on the same ice and sometimes talk to them. I think if I didn't live in Wilmington I would still be watching such an exciting series."

Rolli's addition thoughts on Game 7

I think the Bruins needs to get their forecheck going early and sustain a physical type game plan that they come out with at home. Roberto Luongo is a decent goalie as we've seen through the playoffs, and at home he's even better. Like I said, "He Can Be Beat!" I stress this because when the Bruins get shots on goal and one goes in, they just keep coming. (Brad) Marchand's goal was a complete snipe and after that they kept going in the spots that Luongo should have had shut. He gets beat once and then he cant regain his composure or confidence.