In a closely contested NHL game, the Boston Bruins secured a victory over the Nashville Predators with a final score of 3-0. The game remained scoreless through the first two periods, despite the Predators holding a slight 18-17 edge in shots on net. The Bruins' breakthrough came with a shorthanded goal by Charlie Coyle, assisted by Marchand and an unusual goalie assist by Ullmark, with 6:42 to play. Zacha later added to the lead, making it 2-0, with 2:42 to play before the Bruins sealed their win. Ullmark's performance was particularly notable, making 32 saves and contributing an assist, playing a key role in the Bruins' shutout victory and their extended lead in the Atlantic.
Ullmark’s 32 saves, assist lead Bruins over Predators 3-0 https://t.co/35QFeUaTth
Ullmark’s 32 saves, assist lead Bruins over Predators 3-0. https://t.co/5xD3QpbuHp https://t.co/aisFPrGRbT
Ullmark, Bruins shut out Predators, extend lead in Atlantic https://t.co/tmqZtAw6TA
Ullmark’s 32 saves, assist lead Bruins over Predators 3-0 https://t.co/bhPbUN3FLM
Zacha, 2-0 Bruins with 2:42 to play. #Preds
Charlie Coyle, 1-0 Bruins with 6:42 to play. Ullmark rimmed it out to the neutral zone & Marchand found Coyle on the slot breaking in. #Preds
Charlie Coyle with the shorthanded goal. Marchand with the primary helper. Ullmark with the goalie assist. 1-0 Bruins.
Compared to the first, the Bruins slipped a bit in the second but Ullmark remained sharp. Preds with an 18-17 edge in shots on net. 0-0 after 40.