Bruins vs. Senators Preview
The Boston Bruins will face the Ottawa Senators Thursday at TD Garden in a rematch following their 7-2 loss earlier this season.
Team Momentum
Since that defeat, Boston has bounced back with four consecutive wins and aims to continue that streak in the 7 p.m. game.
Coach's Perspective
“It was a pretty bad game from us. That was the first time I didn’t feel any energy on the bench, especially going into the third. We can throw it away, but I also think we learn from it. We can’t take a period or two off because the league is that good,” said head coach Marco Sturm. “That should be motivation enough for us [today] to show an answer. Because that was not us.”
Recent Performance
On Tuesday, Boston edged out the New York Islanders 4-3 in a shootout at UBS Arena. Pavel Zacha highlighted the game by scoring his first power-play goal of the season during the second period, extending his point streak to four games.
Key Players
Zacha, centering the second line with Casey Mittelstadt and Viktor Arvidsson, has taken on a leadership role.
“I always think the centerman is always the motor and always the brain on any line,” Sturm said. “I think [Zacha] took that since he’s back on center – I think he took that line to another level. Not just defensively against top lines, top opponents. But also offensively.”
Outlook
The Bruins look motivated to demonstrate a stronger performance against the Senators tonight.
Summary: The Boston Bruins seek redemption against the Ottawa Senators after a heavy loss, fueled by strong recent form and a key leadership role from Pavel Zacha at center.