Arvidsson’s 200th Goal Seals Bruins’ Victory Over Canadiens
The Boston Bruins secured a 3-2 victory against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre, highlighted by Viktor Arvidsson’s 200th career goal. This game showcased the Bruins’ resilience, particularly in special teams, despite facing challenges.
Game Summary
Boston managed to fend off two lengthy five-on-three power plays. Meanwhile, the Canadiens struggled, going scoreless on all seven power play opportunities. Their failure to capitalize marked a troubling trend, as they have not scored during the man advantage in their last five games, totaling 17 missed chances.
Key Moments
- First Goal: Bruins forward Marat Khusnutdinov scored the opening goal, with a shot that deflected off Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault.
- Short-Handed Goal: Jake Evans netted a short-handed goal during a two-on-one breakaway, tying the game.
- Game-Winning Goal: Viktor Arvidsson scored the crucial goal on a power play, marking his 200th goal in the NHL.
- Close Finish: Cole Caufield reduced the deficit for Montreal with his 13th goal of the season, ending the second period at 3-2.
Goaltending Performance
Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman made 26 saves, contributing significantly to the win. Montembeault’s performance for the Canadiens, however, left much to be desired, as he struggled throughout the match.
Injuries Impacting the Game
A concerning moment occurred when Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy left the game after being struck in the face by a stick. The Canadiens are also dealing with injuries, which affected their performance, resulting in five losses in their last six matches.
Looking Ahead
The defeat dropped the Canadiens to a record of 10-6-2, giving the Bruins, now at 12-8, the division lead. Boston is set to face the Carolina Hurricanes next, while Montreal will visit the Columbus Blue Jackets on the same day.
