The Boston Bruins are determined to put an end to their two-game losing streak as they gear up to face the Seattle Kraken at TD Garden on Thursday night. Despite a recent shootout loss to Tampa Bay, the Bruins showed improvement compared to their previous losses to Calgary and Washington, giving them hope for a strong performance against Seattle.

Coach Jim Montgomery stressed the importance of consistency from his team. He hopes to see two consecutive strong games from the Bruins, as they have been alternating between good and bad performances since the All-Star break. Montgomery believes that going through a slump can actually benefit the team in the long run, building resilience and preparing them for the challenges that may arise in the playoffs.

The Seattle Kraken, who are closing out a four-game road trip, come into the game with a 1-2-0 record on their current outing. They secured a shootout win over the Islanders on Tuesday night. Leading the way for Seattle is Oliver Bjorkstrand with 40 points (13 goals, 27 assists) in 53 games this season, while Jared McCann has been the top scorer with 21 goals.

Montgomery acknowledged that Seattle plays a tight-checking game and doesn't concede many scoring opportunities. He emphasized the need for the Bruins to work hard for their offense and remain patient. Forward Morgan Geekie, who previously played for Seattle, noted that the Kraken are a solid team at both ends of the ice and can roll four lines effectively.

In positive news, Bruins' star player David Pastrnak, who missed practice on Wednesday for maintenance, will be in the lineup against the Kraken. Coach Montgomery assured that Pastrnak is fully fit and ready to contribute to the team's efforts to break the losing streak.

On the defensive front, Parker Wotherspoon will replace Kevin Shattenkirk on the Bruins' third defensive pairing alongside Derek Forbort. Montgomery explained that the decision is based on gameplay and matchups. He expressed confidence in all seven defensemen and stressed the importance of keeping players in rotation for a balanced approach. Wotherspoon's confidence, play-making ability, and physical presence have been impressive, according to Montgomery.

Wotherspoon himself highlighted his commitment to the team's success, even if it means occasionally sitting out as a healthy scratch. He emphasized his determination to win and the importance of a positive attitude for the team's overall performance.

As the Bruins look to regain their winning form at home, they will rely on the offensive firepower of Brad Marchand, Charlie Coyle, and Trent Frederic, along with the dynamic trio of Jake DeBrusk, Pavel Zacha, and David Pastrnak. The Bruins will also count on Morgan Geekie, James van Riemsdyk, and Anthony Richard to contribute to the scoring, supported by the gritty play of Danton Heinen, Jesper Boqvist, and Oskar Steen.

The puck drop between the Bruins and the Kraken is set for Thursday evening, with both teams eager for a victory. The Bruins will strive to display consistency and break their losing streak, while the Kraken aim to continue their road trip with a win.