Pavel Zacha Scores Late OT Goal as Bruins Defeat Senators 3-2
Boston Bruins secured their fifth consecutive victory on Wednesday night, overcoming the Ottawa Senators 3-2 in overtime. Pavel Zacha scored the game-winning goal with just 6 seconds remaining in extra time.
Game Highlights
- Morgan Geekie and Sean Kuraly scored in the second period, giving Boston a 2-1 lead.
- Claude Giroux tied the game for Ottawa midway through the third period, making it 2-2.
- Joonas Korpisalo, Boston’s goalie, made 20 saves during the match.
- Andrew Peeke contributed two assists for the Bruins.
- Michael Amadio scored for Ottawa, assisted by Shane Pinto on a two-on-one play about six minutes into the game.
Key Players and Stats
Former Bruin Linus Ullmark, who won the 2023 Vezina Trophy with Boston, made 22 saves and suffered his first loss against the Bruins since being traded to the Senators before the 2024-25 season.
Linus Ullmark "picked up his first loss against the Bruins since they traded him to the Senators before the 2024-25 season."
The Bruins retained Jeremy Swayman, signing him to an eight-year, $66 million contract, with Korpisalo serving as the backup goaltender.
Decisive Moments
In overtime, Charlie McAvoy managed a shot that went through Ullmark’s pads, allowing Pavel Zacha to skate in and score the winning goal.
"Pavel Zacha poked in a rebound with 6 seconds left in overtime."
The Senators have now lost three of their last four games, while Boston has won six of their last seven matches after snapping a six-game losing streak.
Summary
Boston Bruins continue their strong form with a crucial overtime win, highlighted by Pavel Zacha’s last-second goal and solid goaltending from Joonas Korpisalo.
Author's summary: Pavel Zacha’s clutch OT goal secured the Bruins’ fifth straight win, underscoring Boston’s recovery and strong team performance against the Senators.
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