Even though Bruins right wing Glen Murray no longer has Joe Thornton as his pivot, Murray said the two remain close friends and speak often on the telephone. They have to negotiate the three-hour time difference now that Thornton is playing for the San Jose Sharks, but they're able to maintain a relationship long distance. (Full article: 732 words)

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