Buddy, Thornton never got us to the promise land.
You may remember he was run out of town over leadership and play-off performance issues.
That season leading to draft pick I watched each and every game. It was torture. I assure you that it was a terrible team but it was not tanking intentionally.
The home Bruins fans never once rooted for the visiting team to beat the Bruins either by cheering, signs or attire.