Pavel Zacha Scores in OT to Secure Bruins' Fifth Straight Win
Pavel Zacha scored with 6 seconds remaining in overtime, leading the Boston Bruins to a 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night. Joonas Korpisalo made 20 saves to help the Bruins extend their winning streak to five games.
Game Highlights
- Morgan Geekie and Sean Kuraly scored in the second period, giving Boston a 2-1 lead.
- Claude Giroux tied the game 2-2 for Ottawa midway through the third period.
- In the final 30 seconds, ex-Bruin Linus Ullmark stopped a crucial shot.
- Overtime saw Charlie McAvoy fire a shot through Ullmark’s pads, allowing Zacha to score the game-winner.
Players' Performance
- Andrew Peeke recorded two assists for Boston.
- Michael Amadio scored for Ottawa and Giroux contributed with a goal and an assist.
- Korpisalo served as Boston’s backup goalie after the Bruins signed Jeremy Swayman to an eight-year, $66 million deal.
- Ullmark made 22 saves but suffered his first loss against Boston since being traded before the 2024-25 season.
Linus Ullmark, the 2023 Vezina Trophy winner with Boston, picked up his first loss against the Bruins since they traded him to the Senators before the 2024-25 season.
Amadio opened the scoring for Ottawa about six minutes into the game, converting a two-on-one chance from a pass by Shane Pinto.
Team Momentum
Boston has won six of their last seven games after recovering from a six-game losing streak, while the Senators have lost three of their past four matches.
Author's Summary: Pavel Zacha’s last-second overtime goal capped a strong team effort, securing Boston’s fifth consecutive win and highlighting key performances from both squads.