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Recap: Bruins beat Golden Knights in a shootout

The Boston Bruins pull off a 3-2 shootout win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Nov. 2, 2026, after surrendering a two‑goal lead. James Hagens opens scoring, Morgan Geekie adds a second, and Mark Stone sparks Vegas' comeback before Trevor Connelly ties it in the third. In the shootout, goalie Jeremy Swayman stops three Vegas attempts, and David Pastrnak clinches the win with the sole shootout goal. The game features a major penalty for Braeden Bowman’s elbow on Matt Poitras and multiple penalties for Charlie McAvoy. The Bruins head to Pittsburgh Thursday, then host the Florida Panthers Sunday.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Golden Knights

The Boston Bruins host the Vegas Golden Knights for Monday Night Hockey at TD Garden, following a recent win over Chicago. The article highlights Elias Lindholm’s January 22, 2026 goal celebration with teammate Pavel Zacha and notes the Knights are coming off a loss to New Jersey, likely well‑rested. Fans are urged to watch how the Bruins build on their momentum against a tougher opponent.

Boston releases Hockey East-inspired Hometown Remix sweater

The Boston Bruins unveil their first‑ever “Hometown Remix” sweater ahead of the 2026‑27 NHL season, a college‑inspired take on the Reverse Retro concept. The brown and gold jersey features a single gold stripe, white piping, a shield‑style “B” on the shoulders, and a red Freedom Trail accent inside the hem. It honors Boston’s college hockey tradition, referencing BU, BC, Northeastern, Harvard and others. The team will debut the look on Nov. 12 at home against Montreal for a “Homecoming” event, with additional appearances throughout the season. Fans and collectors can now decide if this throwback design earns a 10/10.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Blackhawks

On Halloween night, the Boston Bruins snapped a recent slump with a third‑period goal against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center on Jan. 17, 2026. While the Bruins have gone 7‑2‑1 in their last ten games, Chicago has dropped four of its past five. The win gives Boston momentum as they aim to halt their slide, and the matchup fuels lively fan discussion.

Bruins vs. Blackhawks PREVIEW: Boston looks to get right vs. Chicago

The Bruins head to Chicago on Oct. 31 for a 1 p.m. EST showdown, with the game streamed on NESN, CHSN and SportsNet 1 and audio on 98.5 The Sports Hub. Boston’s recent games have exposed defensive lapses near the net and an over‑reliance on Jimmy Haagen and Mark Kastelic when the top six don’t score, raising concerns about depth scoring. Meanwhile, the Blackhawks remain mired in a sub‑par season despite a few potential spark‑plug players, and coach Kyle Davidson faces another tough campaign. Both teams must address their glaring issues if they hope to avoid another loss on the haunted road trip.

Morning Skate: Blue

The St. Louis Blues fell 4-1 to the Boston Bruins on Oct. 29, 2026, at the Enterprise Center after surrendering four unanswered goals. James Hagens netted the lone Bruins goal while Joel Hofer made several key saves. The Blues will look to bounce back when the Chicago Blackhawks visit on Saturday, after Detroit’s Dylan Larkin saga intensified with a trade‑request standoff and a suspension. Across the NHL, hat‑tricks erupted from Tage Thompson, Logan Cooley (who clinched OT with his third) and Viktor Arvidsson, while the Ducks and Sabres combined for 13 goals and the Kings rallied from a four‑goal deficit to win in OT.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Blues

The Boston Bruins head to St. Louis for the first of two back‑to‑back Central Division road games after a 3‑2 regulation loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Coach and fans will be watching for fewer turnovers as the Bruins aim to capitalize on chances against the Blues, who, while not at Carolina’s level, could still test Boston’s resilience. The matchup at the Enterprise Center on Dec. 9 follows a tight Tuesday night effort and sets the stage for a Saturday home game against Chicago.

Recap: Bruins drop a close one in Carolina, losing 2-1

The Boston Bruins fall 2-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes in a tightly contested matchup on Oct. 27, 2026. Pavel Zacha scores early for Boston, but a late Nikolaj Ehlers equalizer and a decisive Sebastian Aho chip in the third period give Carolina the win. Jeremy Swayman makes 28 saves, while the game features a heavyweight fight between Tanner Jeannot and Nicolas Deslauriers and a total of nine minor penalties. Despite missed chances and defensive lapses, the Bruins head to St. Louis next.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Hurricanes

The Boston Bruins face the Carolina Hurricanes tonight at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, marking their first meeting of the 2026‑27 season. Both clubs enter with identical 9‑2‑2 records, with the Bruins holding the Metro Division lead and the Hurricanes atop the Atlantic after a strong start. The showdown pits defending Stanley Cup champions against a team that secured a first‑round playoff spot last year, offering a prime test of the Bruins' early‑season form. Fans can expect a high‑stakes, nationally televised contest as the rivals renew their rivalry.

Morning Skate: Storm

The Boston Bruins head back to the ice Tuesday night in Raleigh, facing the Carolina Hurricanes at 8 PM, then travel to St. Louis for an 8 PM showdown with the Blues on Thursday. After a win over the San Jose Sharks, the Bruins celebrated Halloween with a themed party full of Erling Haaland, Pixar and Marvel costumes, highlighted by Mason Lohrei’s Pete Weber impression. Former captain Patrice Bergeron made a low‑key appearance in the balcony during Saturday’s game. The post also notes the Celtics’ new “beer shoe” merch at TD Garden, sparking jokes about a “beer skate.”

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Sharks

The Boston Bruins host the San Jose Sharks tonight in San Jose, with David Pastrnak poised to tie the franchise’s third‑all‑time goal mark at 427 and veteran Casey Mittelstadt one goal shy of 100 career goals. Goalie Jeremy Swayman is set to start in net for the Bruins, who aim to maintain their recent strong play. Fans can look forward to a potential milestone night for Pastrnak as the two teams clash at the SAP Center.

Preview: Bruins look to stay on pace against Sharks

The Boston Bruins host the San Jose Sharks tonight at 7 PM in TD Garden. After a two‑game winning streak, the Sharks arrive from a 6‑2 victory over Ottawa and a 3‑1‑1 record on a six‑game road trip. The Bruins previously beat San Jose 6‑3 in October, with Fraser Minten scoring twice. Boston’s defense ranks second in the league (2.0 GA per game) while the Sharks sit 21st (3.27 GA). Power‑play efficiency favors the Sharks (25.7% vs. 22.6%). Key players to watch: Bruins’ Morgan Geekie (8 points, 1 goal) and David Pastrnak (9 points), Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini (5‑9‑14) and Tyler Toffoli (4‑4‑8).

Recap: B’s run over Predators in 6-0 win

The Boston Bruins dominate the Nashville Predators 6-0 at TD Garden on October 22, 2026. Michael DiPietro posts his first NHL shutout with 28 saves, while David Pastrnak (2G‑2A) and Charlie McAvoy (0G‑4A) each tally four points. Goals come from Casey Mittelstadt, Elias Lindholm, JJ Peterka, and Mark Kastelic. McAvoy becomes the ninth defenseman ever with four assists in his season‑opening home game, and Pastrnak records his 501st home point, passing Bobby Orr. Boston limits Nashville to a single power‑play chance and will face the San Jose Sharks on Saturday.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Predators

The Boston Bruins are set to face the Nashville Predators at TD Garden on Thursday, following a dominant 5-1 home win over the Flyers and a recent road trip. Highlights from the January 27, 2026 overtime victory—featuring Charlie McAvoy, David Pastrnak and Marat Khusnutdinov—are showcased, while the matchup competes for viewers against the New England Patriots' game against the Chicago Bears. Fans can expect high‑energy hockey as the Bruins look to extend their home‑ice success.

Recap: Bruins fizzle out down the stretch, lose to Dallas in OT

Mikko Rantanen nets his third goal of the night just 3:52 into overtime, sealing a 3‑2 comeback win for the Dallas Stars against the Boston Bruins on Oct. 20, 2026. The Stars rallied after Boston led 2‑1, with Rantanen scoring on the power play as the Bruins struggled to kill a penalty. Boston’s goals came from Matthew Poitras and James Hagens, while goaltender Jeremy Swayman posted 22 saves. The Bruins, who hadn’t lost in over two weeks, went the final 13 minutes of regulation and overtime without a shot and finished 0‑for‑4 on the power play, ending their road trip 3‑0‑1.

Public Skate: Bruins vs. Stars

The Boston Bruins head to Dallas to face a playoff‑bound Stars squad on Jan. 20, 2026 at the American Airlines Center. After a strong road stretch, the Bruins aim to extend their winning streak in a new time zone, while the Stars look to solidify their May/June contention. The game tips off around 8 PM ET on ESPN, promising an exciting Midwest showdown. Fans weigh whether the Bruins' road mojo can survive the Texas crowd.

Morning Skate: Howdy

The Boston Bruins head into a Dallas showdown after a flawless 2-0-0 weekend, beating Anaheim and Los Angeles. Meanwhile, the Dallas Stars, sitting 4-3-1, aim to rebound from recent wins over Colorado and Chicago. In the AHL, Providence’s Mikey Eyssimont notches his second hat trick in four games, tying for the league lead with seven goals—a feat not seen in Providence since 1994. A CSB study also crowns the Bruins with the second most fan‑friendly schedule this season, citing abundant weekend daytime and Saturday home games. All this sets the stage for today’s morning skate preview.

Recap: Bruins score three in the third to beat the Kings, 4-1

Marat Khusnutdinov broke a 1-1 deadlock late in the third period, then the B’s added two empty-netters to beat the Kings in Los Angeles, 4-1. The win completed a perfect California swing and extended the Bruins winning streak to five games. Jeremy Swayman made 25 saves in victory, while the Kings are left still searching […]

Bruins vs. Kings PREVIEW/GAMETHREAD

Just the Facts What happened last Game? While they started extremely shaky, the Bruins ultimately worked themselves back into the game through the power play and ultimately won a 4-2 game! Game Preview So! Boston pulled one out after a rough first 20 against the Ducks, and now must bring their tired selves to Hollywood […]