Bruins Look to Avenge Overtime Loss as Canadiens Visit TD Garden

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19/11/2023 18h32

The Boston Bruins are gearing up for a highly anticipated rematch against the Montreal Canadiens at TD Garden on Saturday night. Following a 3-2 overtime defeat in Montreal last week, the Bruins are determined to bounce back and secure a victory on home ice.

After the loss to the Canadiens, the Bruins responded strongly with a commanding 5-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday. Hoping to build on this momentum, Boston is eager to redeem themselves against their long-standing rivals.

To add to the excitement, the Bruins will be hosting the second edition of their "Era Nights" event in celebration of their centennial season. The special ceremony will pay homage to the iconic "Big Bad Bruins" era, further igniting the nostalgic atmosphere at TD Garden.

Head coach Jim Montgomery has confirmed that the team will continue rotating their goalies, with Jeremy Swayman getting the start against the Canadiens. Swayman has been instrumental in the Bruins' successful season so far and will be aiming to deliver a stellar performance to secure a victory.

Injury news for the Bruins sees forward Morgan Geekie attending morning skate at Warrior Ice Arena after being sidelined with an upper-body injury. However, Geekie will remain out for the upcoming game. On a positive note, there is optimism that Matt Grzelcyk will make his return next Saturday when the Bruins face off against the New York Rangers.

The Bruins (12-1-2), currently boasting one of the best records in the league, will be counting on their key players to deliver. The top line of Brad Marchand, Pavel Zacha, and David Pastrnak has been a force to be reckoned with, contributing significantly to Boston's success. Meanwhile, the defensive pairings of Mason Lohrei and Charlie McAvoy have provided stability at the back, supported by goaltender Jeremy Swayman's consistent performance.

The Canadiens (7-8-2), on the other hand, have experienced a rough patch, losing three consecutive games since their overtime victory against the Bruins. They will be looking to regain their winning form and secure a crucial victory against their fierce rivals.

Puck drop for the Bruins-Canadiens matchup is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET, with full coverage available on NESN starting at 6 p.m. Fans can expect an intense battle between these Original Six teams as they vie for dominance on the ice.

The Bruins are determined to avenge their previous overtime loss and maintain their strong position in the standings. As the rivalry between Boston and Montreal reignites, TD Garden is set to be filled with passionate fans ready to witness the clash of these historic franchises.

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