BOSTON — In an impressive matchup on Tuesday night, the Vancouver Canucks triumphed over the Boston Bruins with a score of 2-0, largely thanks to Jake DeBrusk’s power-play goal upon his return to Boston. The Canucks’ goaltender, Kevin Lankinen, showcased a stellar performance by making 32 saves throughout the game.

Conor Garland played a significant role by assisting on DeBrusk’s goal and sealing the victory with an empty-net goal just 13 seconds before the final buzzer. DeBrusk, having spent the first seven seasons of his NHL career with the Bruins, proved to be a pivotal player. He scored his goal 5:53 into the second period by knocking in a rebound, marking his third goal in just two games, along with accumulating 16 points during November alone. On Saturday, he had already made waves by netting twice and assisting another goal in a 4-3 victory against Ottawa.

Lankinen’s performance was notable, particularly in the second and third periods, where he faced down 13 and 11 shots respectively. His quick reflexes prevented a last-minute attempt by Brad Marchand, illustrating his capabilities as a reliable goaltender. This game marked Lankinen’s second shutout of the current season, further solidifying his prowess between the pipes.

In more team news, forward Brock Boeser made his return to the lineup after recovering from an upper-body injury that sidelined him for seven games following a hit sustained on November 7. Meanwhile, Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman managed to make 13 saves, but struggled to find the necessary support for a stronger defensive result.

With such a performance, the Canucks have established a solid foothold as they continue their season, while Boston looks to recalibrate and respond in their upcoming games.