David Pastrnak publicly praised Joe Sacco for his coaching during a challenging interim period for the Boston Bruins. Sacco stepped in after Jim Montgomery's firing and managed the team through the end of the season, showing resilience in a tough situation. Players like Jeremy Swayman and Pavel Zacha pondered their participation in the upcoming World Championships, and several players are dealing with injuries. Charlie McAvoy looks ahead to next season's leadership summit, aiming to establish a new team culture after losing several leaders. Nikita Zadorov reflected on his penalty issues, indicating improvement as the season progressed.

Brendan Gallagher's stellar performance, featuring a goal and an assist, propelled the Montreal Canadiens to a decisive 4-1 victory over the Boston Bruins in a fierce rivalry matchup. Cole Caufield, with his team-leading 35th goal, and Christian Dvorak added to the score, while Nick Suzuki sealed the game with an empty-netter. This win marked the Canadiens' third consecutive victory, keeping them firmly in the playoff race.

On the other hand, the Bruins struggled, extending their winless streak to ten games, with their last regulation win dating back to 1996-97. Despite a valiant effort from Jeremy Swayman, who recorded 27 saves, Boston was outshot significantly, especially in the second period where they managed just two shots. Tensions flared throughout the match, culminating in a fight between Kaiden Guhle and Cole Koepke, showcasing the heated nature of this longstanding rivalry.

The NHL season is nearing its conclusion, with just 11 days remaining. Head-to-head fantasy league participants face challenging decisions this week, especially for players on the New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, and Toronto Maple Leafs, who are all scheduled for only two games. As the playoffs approach, strategic planning is vital.

Several teams have favorable schedules, with the Boston Bruins, Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche, and others playing up to four games this week. Players like Jeremy Swayman start for the Bruins, although his season has been rocky. Meanwhile, young talents like Leo Carlsson and Jackson LaCombe are gaining attention for their recent performances, potentially becoming valuable picks for next season's drafts.