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Battle of Comm Ave kicks off Hockey East Semifinals

Boston College and Boston University will renew acquaintances once again the Hockey East playoffs.

The Eagles and Terriers kick off the semifinal action Friday night at TD Garden, with Northeastern and Providence playing in the second game. 

BC and BU split the season series, with each team winning on the other squad's home ice. BU beat BC 7-4 at Conte Forum on December 1, with the Eagles returning the favor 4-1 the next night at Agganis Arena. 

The Eagles and Terriers previewed Friday's matchup.