In a thrilling comeback, the Ottawa Senators defeated the Boston Bruins 6-5 in a shootout on Saturday afternoon, with Tim Stutzle scoring the decisive goal. The Senators, who were trailing late in the game, managed to equalize with two goals within the last three minutes, including a clutch shot by Josh Norris that tied the game at 5-5 right before overtime.
Leevi Merilainen was pivotal for Ottawa, saving all three shootout attempts while making 23 saves overall. Boston's Jeremy Swayman, despite a 39-save effort, couldn’t secure the win, as the Senators showcased resilience in this high-scoring affair.