Introduction to the Game
BOSTON (AP) — Brad Marchand had two assists in his emotional return to Boston, and Carter Verhaeghe scored the winner with 27 seconds left to help the Florida Panthers beat the Bruins 4-3 on Tuesday night.
The Game’s Progression
Boston rallied to tie it after trailing 2-0 lead in the third period, then Marchand skated through the neutral zone and flipped the puck ahead to Eetu Luostarinen as he burst ahead of the last defender and beat Jeremy Swayman to make it 3-2 with 10 minutes to play. With the Boston net empty, Morgan Geekie made it 3-3 with 1:31 left. But Verhaeghe broke the tie with 27 seconds to play.
Performance of the Goalies
Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 28 shots for the defending Stanley Cup champions, who snapped a four-game losing streak. Swayman made 19 saves for Boston, which lost its fifth straight game after starting Marco Sturm’s coaching tenure with three wins in a row.
Marchand’s Emotional Return
Marchand received a standing ovation when he was the last player to leave the ice after the pregame warmups, and then another when the TD Garden scoreboard played a highlight video from his time in Boston. The four-time All-Star and the last remaining member of Boston’s 2011 Stanley Cup championship team, who was dealt to Florida at the trade deadline last season, broke down as he waved to the crowd and tapped his heart.
Goals and Penalties
Marchand, who went on to help the Panthers win their second straight Stanley Cup title, drew a tripping penalty 33 seconds into the game and was swiping at the puck in the crease on the ensuing power play along with Mackie Samoskevich, who was credited with the goal. A.J. Greer made it 2-0 in the second period. Pavel Zacha and Elias Lindholm also scored for Boston.
Upcoming Games
Florida hosts Pittsburgh on Thursday night. Boston hosts Anaheim on Thursday night.
Conclusion
The Florida Panthers’ win over the Boston Bruins marked an emotional return for Brad Marchand, who played a crucial role in the game with two assists. The Panthers’ victory snapped their four-game losing streak, while the Bruins suffered their fifth consecutive loss.
FAQs
- Q: Who scored the winning goal for the Florida Panthers?
A: Carter Verhaeghe scored the winner with 27 seconds left. - Q: How many assists did Brad Marchand have in the game?
A: Brad Marchand had two assists. - Q: What is the next game for the Florida Panthers?
A: Florida hosts Pittsburgh on Thursday night. - Q: What is the next game for the Boston Bruins?
A: Boston hosts Anaheim on Thursday night.
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