Anadheim Ducks Seize Overtime Win Against Boston Bruins

BOSTON — Leo Carlsson netted the game-winning goal with just 1:21 remaining in overtime, propelling the Anaheim Ducks to a narrow 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Saturday evening. This win marks the Ducks’ fourth consecutive triumph.

In addition to Carlsson, Trevor Zegras and Frank Vatrano also marked their scoresheet for Anaheim. The Ducks’ goaltender, John Gibson, a player who has been discussed in trade rumors, initially stopped 19 shots. However, he exited the game after the second period due to an undisclosed upper-body injury, leading to Lukas Dostal taking over, where he made 10 saves.

Anaheim built a 2-0 advantage before the Bruins responded. Elias Lindholm scored during a five-on-three power play after teammate David Pastrnak drew consecutive tripping penalties. With Bruins’ goalie Jeremy Swayman pulled for an extra attacker, Morgan Geekie leveled the game at 2-2 with a slap shot from the left circle, just 1:11 before regulation ended.

There was a moment of controversy when an official review determined that Lindholm had interfered with the goalie prior to what initially appeared to be the tying goal. Following the disallowed goal, some fans expressed their frustration by throwing debris onto the ice, prompting a request from the public address announcer for them to cease. Nevertheless, the Bruins successfully challenged the earlier ruling, enabling the game to proceed into overtime.

Swayman was solid in goal for Boston, stopping a total of 26 shots during the game.

Key Insights

For the Ducks, Gibson’s health status will be crucial as the team aims to have him fit enough to attract potential trades before the March 7 deadline. Meanwhile, the Bruins are experiencing a tough stretch, having dropped three consecutive games and five of their last seven. Defenseman Charlie McAvoy was absent, battling a shoulder injury and an infection he experienced during the recent 4 Nations Face-Off.

In a notable moment, Bruins captain Brad Marchand received applause during a break in the first period in recognition of his contributions that helped Team Canada secure victory in the same building just two days prior.

A significant statistic to highlight is that the Ducks have not allowed their two-week break to hinder their momentum; they have achieved victory in seven of their last eight games, marking their first time above .500 in four months.

Looking ahead, the Ducks will face the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday, while the Bruins prepare to host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.