The Buffalo Sabres dominated the Boston Bruins with a 7-2 victory, highlighted by hat tricks from both Tage Thompson and JJ Peterka, marking a notable achievement for the team. This victory also saw Mason Lohrei and Brad Marchand score for the Bruins, with Jeremy Swayman saving 26 shots. Despite the loss, the Bruins have recently found some form after a rough patch, winning five of their last eight matches.

Thompson's hat trick was his seventh career hat trick, while it was a first for Peterka. The Sabres also had contributions from Zach Benson and solid goaltending from Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who also made 26 saves.

Brayden Point achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 600th career point with a power-play goal as the Tampa Bay Lightning triumphed over the Boston Bruins 4-1. The Lightning's victory came with standout performances, including Brandon Hagel contributing a goal and an assist, while Michael Eyssimont and Anthony Cirelli found the net in the second period.

In goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves, helping Tampa Bay secure back-to-back wins following a four-game losing streak. This success allows the Lightning to leapfrog the Bruins into third place in the Atlantic Division. For Boston, Mason Lohrei netted their lone goal, and Jeremy Swayman also recorded 27 saves, but the team has struggled, with a dismal record of 0-5-1 over its last six outings.

Brayden Point achieved a career milestone on Thursday night, scoring his 600th career point with a power-play goal as the Tampa Bay Lightning triumphed over the Boston Bruins 4-1. The team showcased a strong performance, with Brandon Hagel contributing a goal and an assist, while Michael Eyssimont and Anthony Cirelli each found the net during a crucial second period.

Tampa Bay's victory marks their second consecutive win following a four-game losing streak, allowing them to leapfrog the Bruins into third place in the Atlantic Division.

The Detroit Red Wings faced a heartbreaking loss against the Boston Bruins, despite leading for most of the game. Pavel Zacha's late goal clinched the win for Boston after the Red Wings had a potential goal overturned due to an offside call.

Lucas Raymond shone with two goals, showcasing his growing talent, while goaltender Ville Husso delivered a strong performance with 32 saves. However, the Red Wings' struggles continue as they seek to gain traction in a competitive Eastern Conference.

The Boston Bruins are assessing their roster following the firing of head coach Jim Montgomery. Key players like Charlie McAvoy and David Pastrnak are deemed untouchable, while others like Joonas Korpisalo and Jeremy Swayman are also likely to stay for various reasons.

Some players are seen as part of the solution or future, while others may yield minimal returns in trades. The coaching landscape is also shifting, with discussions on who might be next on the hot seat, including Andrew Brunette and Derek Lalonde.