RALEIGH, N.C. — In a thrilling finish, Seth Jarvis netted a crucial goal with just 18.6 seconds left on the clock, clinching a tight 3-2 victory for the Carolina Hurricanes over the Boston Bruins on Thursday night. This win marked the Hurricanes’ third consecutive victory, each by a margin of one goal. Helping to secure their triumph, Sebastian Aho and Brent Burns each contributed with pivotal goals. Meanwhile, Pyotr Kochetkov was instrumental in maintaining the lead, making an impressive 32 saves.
For the Bruins, who are currently in a slump with their third straight loss, Morgan Geekie was the standout player, scoring both goals. In the net, Joonas Korpisalo played his part with 20 saves. Despite the loss, Boston showcased several promising scoring scenarios but found the back of the net too infrequently to shift the game’s outcome.
Jarvis’ decisive goal offered a significant relief and turning point for the Hurricanes, especially after a previous potential go-ahead goal was nullified by a video review due to an offsides ruling with just 1:15 left on the clock. This moment underscored the tension and high stakes of the match.
Reflecting on the game, the Bruins utilized a lineup fortified by players from their affiliate, Providence, including Patrick Brown, Ian Mitchell, Riley Tufte, and Vinni Lettieri, contributing a limited amount of NHL experience altogether. The team’s efforts resulted in numerous scoring chances, yet lacked the final execution needed for a win.
For the Hurricanes, Jarvis stands out as a key player, with his 24 goals this season now tying him with Aho for the team lead. Despite achieving victory, Carolina faced challenges, being outshot by Boston—a 11-shot deficit which was their largest in a single game since November.
A critical moment came in the second period when Kochetkov thwarted an attempt by Boston’s top scorer, David Pastrnak, with a crucial point-blank save, just as the Bruins were poised to shift the game’s momentum in their favor.
Statistically, the Bruins had shown signs of potential, dominating with a 23-12 shot advantage less than 14 minutes into the second period. This advantage came despite the team’s recent downturn, having registered only 21 total shots in their previous game against Nashville.
Looking ahead, the Bruins are set to face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, while the Hurricanes will prepare for a home game against Winnipeg on Sunday.
