BOSTON — In an exciting overtime finish, Pavel Zacha found the back of the net just 2:49 into the extra period, leading the Boston Bruins to a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. This triumph marks the Bruins’ fourth consecutive win.

With 5:22 remaining in regulation, Boston’s Brad Marchand evened the score, contributing to the team’s success alongside Trent Frederic, who scored two goals. Since taking over as interim coach, Joe Sacco has guided the Bruins to a commendable record of 7-2 after the dismissal of Jim Montgomery.

Zacha’s game-winning goal came shortly after Boston’s goalie Jeremy Swayman made an impressive stop on a breakaway by Joel Farabee. The Flyers found themselves trailing in a match after having led previously, marking their second consecutive loss.

Philadelphia’s rookie sensation, Matvei Michkov, netted two goals during the first period. Cam York also found the net for the Flyers, while Travis Sanheim supported the team with two assists. Following a disappointing previous game against the Florida Panthers, where they surrendered a season-high of seven goals, the Flyers faltered again in the third period.

Michkov opened the scoring on a power play at 7:24, deftly one-timing a shot from the right circle, enabled by a short tip pass from Sean Couturier. His second goal of the night was a redirected shot just in front of the crease.

Here are some notable takeaways: Michkov leads all NHL rookies in scoring, entering the game with nine goals and 22 points. He amassed three assists in his preceding matchup on Thursday. On the other side, Bruins coach Sacco has placed star winger David Pastrnak alongside Marchand on the top line, a decision made for the second consecutive game, especially after Marchand’s two-goal performance in their last encounter.

A pivotal moment during the game came when Marchand quickly seized the puck deep in the offensive zone, navigated around Tyson Foerster, and deftly slipped the puck past Aleksei Kolosov, tying the game.

In terms of series outcomes, the Bruins have bested the Flyers, claiming the season series with a record of 2-1.

Looking ahead, the Flyers will have a quick turnaround as they host Utah on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Bruins will take a break until Tuesday when they commence a five-game road trip beginning in Winnipeg.