The Boston Bruins opened their NHL season with a 3-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Thursday night. Led by Brad Marchand’s two-point performance, the Bruins were able to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Marchand scored the first goal of the game and assisted on the second, giving him a total of two points for the night. He was also a force on the ice, creating chances for his teammates and helping to shut down the Panthers’ offense. His performance was a key factor in the Bruins’ victory.
The Bruins’ defense was also impressive, limiting the Panthers to just one goal. Goaltender Tuukka Rask was solid in net, making 23 saves on 24 shots. He was especially impressive in the third period, when he stopped all nine shots he faced.
Boston’s offense was also effective, scoring three goals on just 22 shots. David Krejci and Patrice Bergeron each scored one goal, while David Pastrnak added an assist. The Bruins were able to control the puck for most of the game, outshooting the Panthers by a margin of 22-24.
The Bruins will look to take a 2-0 lead in the series when they face off against the Panthers again on Saturday night. With Marchand leading the way, they should be confident of their chances of taking a commanding lead in the series.
Overall, it was an impressive performance from the Bruins, and they will look to build on this victory as they continue their quest for a Stanley Cup. With Marchand leading the way, they have a great chance of achieving their goal.
