The Boston Bruins secured a decisive 4-0 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, with Jeremy Swayman delivering a stellar performance in goal, stopping all 18 shots for his second shutout of the season. David Pastrnak led the offense with a highlight-worthy breakaway goal, while Morgan Geekie, Justin Brazeau, and Cole Koepke also found the back of the net. This win allowed the Bruins to bounce back from a tough loss the night before, splitting the home-and-home series with Columbus.
The Bruins demonstrated their resilience and strong form, securing their fifth win in seven games. Swayman’s recent performances have been a cornerstone for Boston’s success, as he improved to 7-1-1 over his last nine starts. On the defensive side, the team rallied after a scare when Charlie McAvoy took a hard hit that sent him to the locker room briefly before he returned to the ice, underscoring Boston’s grit.
David Pastrnak’s goal came at a crucial moment in the game, increasing the Bruins’ lead to 3-0 in the second period. Taking a pass from Morgan Geekie at center ice, Pastrnak broke in alone and skillfully beat Columbus goalie Daniil Tarasov with a precise wrist shot. Geekie’s earlier unassisted goal, capitalizing on a Columbus defensive mistake, had already set the tone for Boston, giving them a 2-0 advantage and firm control of the game.
Columbus, despite entering the game with momentum from three wins in four games, struggled to generate offense against Boston’s tight defense. Their power play, which had been a strength in their lopsided win on Friday, was ineffective, managing only one shot on goal during a critical four-minute opportunity in the second period. This marked a stark contrast to their prior success, where they had gone 3-for-3 on the power play.
Looking ahead, the Blue Jackets will aim to regroup as they host the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, while the Bruins travel to Washington to face the Capitals. Boston’s defensive discipline and timely scoring will be key to sustaining their strong form under interim coach Joe Sacco, who has guided the team to a 12-5-1 record since taking over.
