The Boston Bruins are riding a wave of success at home, boasting an impressive 12-game winning streak at the TD Garden. They haven't tasted defeat on their home ice since December 23, 2025.
This streak has seen them navigate all kinds of challenges, from high-scoring blowouts to nail-biting one-goal games. Tonight, they aim to extend this streak against the Los Angeles Kings.
The Kings come into this matchup with a mixed bag of results. Sitting sixth in the Pacific Division, they've managed a 3-6-1 record over their last ten games. However, they're just a point shy of a wild card spot in the West, and their road form has been a bright spot, boasting a 16-8-7 record away from home.
The Kings have been active on the trade front, making strategic moves ahead of the deadline. They brought in Artemi Panarin a month ago and recently added Scott Laughton, who clinched an overtime victory just yesterday.
On the flip side, they parted ways with Corey Perry and Warren Foegele. Additionally, a coaching change saw DJ Smith step into the interim role on March 1, with the team going 2-2-0 since his appointment.
As for the Bruins, they had their morning skate at the TD Garden, where head coach Marco Sturm confirmed Jeremy Swayman as the starting goaltender. Sturm, who has a history with the Kings, expressed mixed feelings about their recent struggles, noting the quality of the organization and the challenges they face.
Tonight’s lineup for the Bruins features the formidable trio of Marat Khusnutdinov, Elias Lindholm, and David Pastrnak leading the charge. On defense, the pairings are anchored by Jonathan Aspirot and Charlie McAvoy. Swayman, with a solid record this season, will be between the pipes.
The Kings will counter with their top line featuring Artemi Panarin, Anze Kopitar, and Adrian Kempe. Darcy Kuemper is expected to start in goal, following the team’s recent rotation.
Special teams could play a pivotal role in this matchup. The Bruins' power play ranks fifth in the league but has seen a dip to 18.2% efficiency since the Olympic break. Meanwhile, the Kings are struggling with their penalty kill, sitting at 28th in the league.
The season series between these two has been tight, with the Bruins edging out a 2-1 overtime victory in their previous encounter in Los Angeles. With the Kings looking to break into the playoff picture and the Bruins aiming to keep their home streak alive, tonight's game promises to be a thrilling contest.
Upcoming games for the Bruins include matchups against the Sharks, Capitals, and Devils, as they look to maintain their momentum.