Pavel Zacha Scores Late OT Winner as Bruins Defeat Senators 3-2
On Wednesday night, Pavel Zacha scored on a rebound with just 6 seconds remaining in overtime, securing a 3-2 victory for the Boston Bruins over the Ottawa Senators. Goalie Joonas Korpisalo made 20 saves to help Boston earn their fifth consecutive win.
Game Highlights
- Morgan Geekie and Sean Kuraly scored in the second period, giving Boston a 2-1 lead.
- Claude Giroux tied the game for Ottawa midway through the third period.
- Michael Amadio scored Ottawa’s opening goal early in the first period on a two-on-one play assisted by Shane Pinto.
- In the final 30 seconds of regulation, former Bruin Linus Ullmark stopped a Boston shot, forcing overtime.
Overtime and Key Performances
In overtime, Charlie McAvoy's shot passed Ullmark’s pads, allowing Zacha to quickly skate in and score the game-winner. Boston's Andrew Peeke had two assists in the win.
Linus Ullmark, the 2023 Vezina Trophy winner with Boston, took his first loss against his former team since the Senators acquired him before the 2024-25 season.
The Bruins have now won six of their last seven games after overcoming a six-game losing streak. Meanwhile, Ottawa has lost three of their last four contests.
Team Notes
- The Bruins retained Jeremy Swayman, signing him to an eight-year, $66 million contract, with Korpisalo serving as backup.
- Ullmark made 22 saves for the Senators in the loss.
Boston's resilience and late-game execution continue to drive their recent winning streak.
Author's summary: Pavel Zacha’s overtime goal clinched the Bruins’ fifth straight win, highlighting Boston’s strong recovery and key performances against the Senators.