The Boston Bruins earned some much-needed rest after a heavy five-game series with the Washington Capitals. Their six-day layoff ends Saturday as another heavy matchup awaits against the New York Islanders.
Barry Trotz’s club completed their six-game series victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday. The Islanders stymied a skilled Pens bunch with their aggressive checking game and opportunistic attacking zone rhythm against a shaky Tristian Jarry. Rookie Ilya Sorokin shined bright between the pipes with four stellar victories.
Bruce Cassidy’s squad encountered their struggles against the Isles dropping the first five games of their regular season series.