NEW YORK – The Boston Bruins triumphed over the New York Islanders with a score of 6-3 on Wednesday night, showcasing an impressive performance from both Pavel Zacha and Brad Marchand, who each netted two goals. Goaltender Jonas Korpisalo contributed significantly to the victory with 21 saves throughout the match.

Zacha’s crucial tip-in at 10:48 in the third period broke a 3-all deadlock, demonstrating his clutch ability in high-pressure situations. He added another goal at 13:23, marking his fifth score of the season, which extended the Bruins’ lead to two goals. Boston’s offense was further bolstered by goals from Morgan Geekie and Nikita Zadorov, as the team rebounded from a 2-0 loss against Vancouver the previous night. David Pastrnak and Elias Lindholm each provided three assists, further highlighting the team’s offensive cohesiveness.

On the other side, Brock Nelson was a standout for the Islanders, scoring two goals and assisting on another. Despite his efforts, New York faced their second consecutive loss, leaving them with a disheartening 1-4-1 record over their last six games. Maxim Tsyplakov also found the back of the net for the Islanders during the match.

The scoring opened with Marchand’s quick strike just 57 seconds into the game, as he skilfully maneuvered the puck past goaltender Ilya Sorokin. Marchand extended the lead at 6:31, scoring his eighth of the season. Tsyplakov equalized at 12:50 in the first period, but Nelson responded at 8:52 in the second, tying the game once again.

Zadorov capped off the scoring with an empty-net goal at 17:58 of the final period. Sorokin finished the night with 15 saves, but it was not enough to secure a win for the Islanders.

**Takeaways:** The Bruins have shown resilience, boasting a 3-1-0 record since Joe Sacco stepped in as interim coach on November 19. On the flip side, the Islanders have struggled at home with a 3-5-2 record at UBS Arena, while holding a 5-5-3 mark on the road.

**Key Moment:** Zacha’s pivotal go-ahead goal in the third period shifted the momentum in Boston’s favor during this highly competitive matchup.

**Key Stats:** Marchand recorded his 409th career goal, placing him fourth in the Bruins’ all-time list, trailing Johnny Bucyk (545), Phil Esposito (459), and Patrice Bergeron (427). Notably, the Islanders have been outscored 40-21 in the third period and overtime, leading the league in goals allowed in the final frame with 36.

**Upcoming Matches:** The Bruins will host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday, while the Islanders will head to take on the Washington Capitals the same day.