3 takeaways from the Bruins’ complete effort in win vs. Penguins

COMMENTARY

The Boston Bruins used the full ice surface to their advantage Tuesday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Boston’s potent top-six lit the lamp three times turning defense into offense. The struggling bottom-six complemented the top two lines with a healthy dose of energy and physicality in all three zones.

It all came together cohesively with highlight-reel goals by David Krejci and Taylor Hall, timely saves by Tuukka Rask — along with a helper on Krejci’s tally — and an important insurance marker by Brad Marchand during the final 40 minutes.

“There’s a lot to like from everybody, to be honest with you,” head coach Bruce Cassidy said following the Bruins’ 3-1 victory. “We played…