BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins had a relaxing night in the middle of a tight playoff chase.
David Krejci scored twice and Drew Stafford had his first with Boston during a four-goal first period that carried the Bruins to a 6-1 victory over the struggling Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night.
Brad Marchand had his team-leading 31st and 32nd goals, David Pastrnak also scored, and Tuukka Rask made 26 saves. Boston is 9-3 since interim coach Bruce Cassidy replaced the fired Claude Julien on Feb. 7.
The Bruins were looking to rebound from a key divisional loss at Ottawa on Monday.