UPDATE: The Boston Bruins faced a devastating 6-2 defeat against the Montreal Canadiens at TD Garden last night, marking their fourth straight loss as the NHL heads into its Christmas break. The Bruins, now with a record of 20-17-1, held a brief lead but faltered dramatically in the third period, allowing four goals, including two power-play strikes.
The Canadiens surged in the final period, with key goals from Zachary Bolduc, Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Juraj Slafkovsky, ending the night with a commanding performance. The Bruins started strong, leading 2-1 after the first period, but failed to capitalize on opportunities, particularly against Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler, who made 26 saves.
Following a physical matchup, which saw Marco Sturm‘s team penalized for six minors plus a double minor, the Bruins struggled to maintain momentum. The emotional intensity peaked when Tanner Jeannot and Josh Anderson dropped the gloves just seconds into the game, igniting the rivalry and energizing the crowd.
The Canadiens took the lead after Ivan Demidov equalized at 2-2, exploiting a Bruins defensive miscommunication. The Bruins’ penalty kill briefly held strong, but they could not recover after an apparent go-ahead goal by Elias Lindholm was disallowed due to goalie interference.
With this loss, the Bruins are left to regroup over the three-day break, while the Canadiens improve to 20-12-5. Fans and analysts alike are questioning what changes will be made as the team struggles to find its footing in a crucial part of the season.
As the NHL returns from the break, all eyes will be on the Bruins to see if they can break this troubling streak and reclaim their competitive edge. The next game could be pivotal for both the players and the coaching staff, as they seek to avoid further decline in this challenging season.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Bruins look to bounce back from this disappointing loss.
