The Boston Bruins came back from the holiday break and earned two points on the road versus the Buffalo Sabres. Jaroslav Halak was the difference, as he blanked the Sabres in a 26-save shutout effort.
Halak’s play on Friday night continues his strong run of form for the Bruins. In only his second year in Boston, Halak looks like Don Sweeney’s best free agent acquisition.
Jaroslav Halak is more than a backup goalie for the Bruins
When the Bruins signed Halak to a two-year deal, $5.5 million contract in 2018, most expected him to settle in as the backup to Tuukka Rask.