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David Pastrnak’s Last-Minute Heroics Ignite Bruins’ Stunning Comeback

In a thrilling display of resilience, the Boston Bruins overcame a two-goal deficit in the final period, snatching a 3-2 victory from the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night. The game’s defining moment came when David Pastrnak netted the puck with only 1:47 left on the clock. Pastrnak’s successful strike from the left circle managed to slip past Jordan Binnington’s defenses, barely crossing the goal line.

Morgan Geekie and Charlie McAvoy Step Up for the Bruins

Also contributing to the Bruins’ fightback were Morgan Geekie and Charlie McAvoy, both of whom found the back of the net during the game. Geekie, who had sat out the previous three games, made a triumphant return to the lineup. Before this game, the Bruins had a dismal record when trailing after the second period, having been outscored 16-5 in the third, and losing all seven games when behind after two periods. However, this victory, their fourth in six games, has proven the team’s ability to overturn such statistics.

Jeremy Swayman’s Crucial Role in Bruins’ Victory

Jeremy Swayman, the Bruins’ goaltender, played a crucial role in the team’s victory, stopping 20 shots. His performance provided a robust foundation for the team’s comeback.

Blues’ Power-Play Drought Ends, but Fails to Secure Victory

The Blues managed to snap their 21-game power-play drought at home with Brayden Schenn and Oskar Sundqvist successfully netting second-period power-play goals. Despite these achievements and Binnington’s 27 saves, the Blues couldn’t stave off the Bruins’ late surge and suffered their third consecutive loss.

Key Moments and Statistics from the Game

The game’s momentum shifted when Nathan Walker’s shot for the Blues hit the left post early in the third period. Had the shot gone in, the Blues would have taken a commanding 3-0 lead. Instead, less than two minutes later, Geekie scored for the Bruins, starting their comeback.

Pastrnak, the game’s hero, also stood out with 10 shots on goal and served as the assist for Geekie’s goal.

What’s Next for Bruins and Blues?

The Bruins will face off against Dallas on Thursday night, while the Blues start a three-game road series at Buffalo.

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