The Boston Bruins faced adversity early in the second period of their game against the Calgary Flames but turned it into one of their most uplifting victories of the season. David Pastrnak scored a decisive overtime goal at 4:20, completing a stunning comeback as the Bruins overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to win 4-3 on Tuesday. This thrilling finish marked a significant moment for the Bruins, who are looking to maintain their momentum with a third consecutive win on Thursday against Edmonton.
The Bruins struggled significantly in the opening period, being outshot and outskated by Calgary, yet managed to keep the score level at 0-0 heading into intermission. However, the Flames seized control early in the second period, scoring twice in the first 1:21. Bruins assistant coach Joe Sacco called a timely timeout to refocus the team, which seemed to energize the Bruins and spark a change in their play.
Elias Lindholm, returning to Calgary where he was honored with a tribute video, ended his 12-game scoring drought with a goal midway through the second period to bring Boston within one. He had a chance to add another late in the period but was denied by Calgary goaltender Dustin Wolf. Moments later, the Flames capitalized on a defensive lapse by the Bruins, with Ryan Lomborg restoring Calgary’s two-goal advantage at 3-1.
Undeterred, the Bruins mounted a determined comeback in the third period. Morgan Geekie ignited the rally by scoring his second goal in as many games just over four minutes into the frame. Shortly afterward, Brad Marchand set up Marc McLaughlin for the game-tying goal, which McLaughlin buried on a second-chance rebound to level the score at 3-3. The Bruins’ persistence in the face of adversity was on full display as they kept Calgary from pulling away again.
Goaltender Jeremy Swayman played a crucial role in the win, making 20 saves, while Pastrnak delivered the decisive moment in overtime. His blistering shot past Dustin Wolf capped the comeback and secured the 4-3 victory. The Bruins will now aim to build on this emotional win as they close out their road trip in Edmonton, carrying the momentum of their resilience and teamwork.