Overview
- A 4-2 win over the Kraken capped a 5-0 homestand in which Boston outscored opponents 22-5.
- Coach Marco Sturm described the group as very steady, citing stronger third periods, tighter defense, and excellent goaltending.
- Jeremy Swayman stopped 26 shots for his third straight victory as Marat Khusnutdinov, Viktor Arvidsson, Mark Kastelic, and David Pastrnak scored.
- Kastelic netted the short-handed game-winner in the second period, highlighting improved special-teams impact.
- Defenseman Andrew Peeke exited with a lower-body injury yet is expected to travel, while next opponent Chicago comes off a 3-1 loss marked by special-teams setbacks and a third straight home defeat.