The Boston Bruins (29-8-9) will be going for their sixth consecutive win when they face the Ottawa Senators (18-24-1) on Thursday night. The game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre and it is scheduled to begin at 7 PM. ET.
The Bruins are coming off a 4-1 win over Winnipeg. The Senators are coming off a 4-1 win over Montreal.
Boston is 6-3-1 in its last 10 games against Ottawa.
**This preview was written before Wednesday’s game was played**
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The Bruins played well over the past week and come into this game on a five-game winning streak. They currently lead the Atlantic Division and will try to increase their lead with a win over the Senators, which will give them their sixth win in a row and second straight road win.
?? Morgan Geekie on his chemistry with Trent Frederic and Jakub Lauko: “You see we've had some success on the scoresheet but we've been playing well at both ends of the rink and that's translated for us. We got a little bit of every flavor on that line and it's good.” pic.twitter.com/HXKTRzXNRO
— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) January 23, 2024
Boston is averaging 3.48 goals per game. They scored four goals on 20 shots in their last game.
Charlie Coyle had a goal and an assist for the Bruins. Brad Marchand scored a goal, while David Pastrnak picked up an assist.
Boston has played well defensively, giving up 2.61 goals per game. They gave up one goal in their last game and will need a similar effort if they want to get the win.
Jeremy Swayman saved 20 of the 21 shots that he faced. He is 15-3-7 in 26 games with a 2.31 GAA and a .923 save percentage.