Bruins Secure Overtime Win Against Ottawa Senators
Ten days after a tough 7-2 defeat to the Ottawa Senators, the Boston Bruins returned to TD Garden on Thursday with a determined mindset to reverse their fortunes. The team showed significant improvement, claiming a 3-2 overtime victory over the Senators, marking their fifth consecutive win.
Key Moments and Highlights
- The Bruins held a 2-1 lead with less than 10 minutes remaining in the third period.
- Pavel Zacha scored the game-winning goal with just 5.6 seconds left in overtime, pushing the puck past the Senators’ goalie.
- Charlie McAvoy created the decisive play by relentlessly skating in the attacking zone before setting up Zacha’s goal.
“It was big motivation for us,” Pavel Zacha said. “We lost a game there and lost pretty badly. Before the game, we were motivated to give it back, and I’m happy that we won.”
Zacha’s goal marked his fourth of the season and secured two valuable points for the Bruins, demonstrating their growth and resilience since their prior loss.
Summary
The Bruins overcame a recent setback by outlasting the Senators in overtime, showcasing improved teamwork and determination to secure their fifth straight victory.