When the Boston Bruins glanced at their 2025-26 schedule, one thing that jumped off the page was their first extended road trip of the season. Stops against the Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche, and the Utah Mammoth. The first two are Stanley Cup contenders, and the Bruins found out firsthand just how good the Golden Knights are.
Vegas erupted for six goals, some because of Boston breakdowns, and held off a Bruins rally for a 6-5 win. After the game, first-year head coach Marco Sturm was not thrilled with the breakdowns that led to a second consecutive loss.