Boston-Ottawa game postponed in wake of Boston Marathon explosions

Emergency crews respond after two explosions near the finish line rocked the Boston Marathon on Monday. (AP)

An NHL source has informed SI.com that tonight's game between the Boston Bruins and Ottawa Senators has been postponed. There is no information at the moment regarding when the game might be rescheduled.

The decision was made by the league after discussions with the teams and the city of Boston in response to the tragedy at the Boston Marathon this afternoon. The league says it "wishes to express its sympathy to all affected by the tragic events that took place in Boston earlier this afternoon."

Kevin Dupont of the Boston Globe has reported that Bruins players arriving at the rink have been told to go home.

Ottawa Senators GM Bryan Murray released a statement this evening. "The thoughts and prayers of the entire Ottawa Senators organization are with those people affected by today's tragic events in Boston. We fully support the National Hockey League's decision to postpone tonight's game. Our entire team is safe and together. If possible, we are hoping to return to Ottawa this evening."

While it is an insignificant concern at the moment, rescheduling the game won't be easy given the already compacted nature of the NHL calendar. The Bruins had their Feb. 9 game against the Lightning postponed due to a weather-related emergency. That game was rescheduled for April 25.

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