Korpisalo to Start in Net for Boston Bruins
Korpisalo will start as the goaltender for the Boston Bruins on Thursday at TD Garden. The Bruins have a chance to redeem themselves in their home arena.
Boston Bruins vs. Ottawa Senators Rematch
The Ottawa Senators visit Boston for a rematch after the Bruins suffered a 7-2 loss in October. Since then, Boston has bounced back with four consecutive wins and aims to continue that streak in the 7 p.m. game.
Coach Marco Sturm on the Previous Loss
“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. That should be motivation enough for us [today] to show an answer. Because that was not us.”
Recent Performance and Key Players
On Tuesday, Boston defeated the New York Islanders 4-3 in a shootout at UBS Arena. Pavel Zacha scored his first power-play goal of the year during the second period, extending his point streak to four games. Zacha centers the second line alongside Casey Mittelstadt and Viktor Arvidsson.
Sturm on Pavel Zacha’s Role
“I always think the centerman is always the motor and always the brain on any line. 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.”
Looking Ahead
Coach Sturm expressed confidence in the Bruins' ability to respond positively in the upcoming game against Ottawa.
Author’s summary: The Boston Bruins aim to rebound from an earlier heavy loss to Ottawa, fueled by strong recent performances and Pavel Zacha’s leading role at center.