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Bruins Break Losing Streak, But Warning Signs Persist After Narrow Win Over Avalanche
The Boston Bruins snapped a six-game losing streak with a narrow victory over the Colorado Avalanche, but their performance raised concerns about ongoing issues, particularly in goaltending.
- In a tense matchup on Saturday, the Boston Bruins edged out the Colorado Avalanche 3-2, despite being outshot 33-19 throughout the game.
- Two of the Bruins goals originated from plays behind the net, indicating potential weaknesses in the performance of Colorados goaltender, Scott Wedgewood.
- The game was nearly tied when Sean Kuralys reckless last-minute pursuit of Cale Makar allowed the Colorado Avalanche to narrow the deficit to one goal.
Why It Matters
This win is crucial for the Boston Bruins as they look to regain momentum in their season after a challenging stretch. However, persistent issues, particularly in defense and goaltending, could hinder their long-term success against competitive teams like the Colorado Avalanche.