The Boston Bruins pulled off a thrilling comeback on Saturday night, securing a significant road win against the Detroit Red Wings. Down 2-1 in the third period, the Bruins rallied with three unanswered goals, clinching a 4-2 victory. Elias Lindholm, Nikita Zadorov, and Marat Khusnutdinov were the heroes of the night, each finding the back of the net.
Marco Sturm's fourth line, featuring Tanner Jeannot, Mark Kastelic, and Sean Kuraly, brought their usual grit and intensity, disrupting the Red Wings throughout the game. Despite the physical play, the Bruins seemed to escape without any injuries.
After a day off, the team returned to practice at Warrior Ice Arena on Monday, prepping for their upcoming clash against the Toronto Maple Leafs at TD Garden. Jeannot was spotted in a non-contact red jersey, raising some questions about his status.
Sturm remained cautious, saying, “We’ll see how tomorrow goes. He was on the ice earlier, felt good enough to practice…We have to follow up tomorrow.”
The Bruins face a tough decision in goal as they prepare for a back-to-back stretch starting with the Maple Leafs. The choice between sticking with the in-form Jeremy Swayman or opting for Joonas Korpisalo against Toronto, saving Swayman for the Buffalo Sabres, looms large. Sturm's decision will likely be revealed after Tuesday's morning skate, but there's a strong sense that Swayman might get the nod against Toronto.
Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs have made a roster adjustment ahead of their trip to Boston. In an unexpected twist during warmups before their game against the Ottawa Senators, forward William Nylander accidentally injured goalie Anthony Stolarz with a shot, sending him to the hospital. As a result, Toronto has recalled Dennis Hildeby from the AHL's Toronto Marlies on an emergency basis, ensuring they have the depth needed for the upcoming matchup.