In a decisive victory, the Boston Bruins secured a 4-0 win against the Columbus Blue Jackets, marking their second shutout of the season, thanks to a stellar performance by goaltender Jeremy Swayman, who stopped 18 shots. This win allowed the Bruins to split their recent home-and-home series with the Blue Jackets, demonstrating resilience after a disappointing loss the previous night. With this victory, the Bruins improved their record to 5-2 in their last seven games, showcasing their strong defensive play under interim coach Joe Sacco.
David Pastrnak highlighted the game with a breakaway goal, skillfully maneuvering past the Blue Jackets' defense to score in the second period. Morgan Geekie, Justin Brazeau, and Cole Koepke also contributed to the scoreboard, solidifying the Bruins' commanding lead. Columbus struggled to generate offensive opportunities, particularly during a four-minute power play where they managed only one shot on goal.
Despite Columbus's recent success in previous matchups against Boston, where they had outscored the Bruins significantly, they failed to find their rhythm in this game. The Bruins' tight-checking defensive strategy was evident, allowing them to maintain control throughout the match. Looking ahead, the Blue Jackets will host the Carolina Hurricanes, while the Bruins will face the Washington Capitals.
