Tim Stutzle's shootout goal propelled the Ottawa Senators to a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Boston Bruins. With Leevi Merilainen making 23 saves, he successfully denied all three Bruins shooters during the shootout. Ottawa, now at 23-18-4, showcased a late-game rally, scoring two goals in the final minutes of regulation to tie the game at 5-5, with Josh Norris netting the crucial equalizer.

The Bruins led 4-3 after a goal from Vinni Lettieri, marking his first of the season. Jeremy Swayman stood strong in net for Boston, achieving 39 saves. The game saw a back-and-forth scoring exchange, with Norris tying the game for Ottawa at 4-4 before Beecher's shot gave Boston a momentary lead. Stutzle and Gaudette initially put the Senators ahead 2-0, while the Bruins fought back to equalize by the end of the first period.