Takeaways: Bruins showcase shutdown prowess against high-powered Avs

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) hits the puck into the net past Colorado Avalanche goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (40) to score in the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne) As banged up and weary as they were entering Thursday’s tilt, the Colorado Avalanche still possess one of the deeper rosters throughout the league.

The Bruins found that out firsthand in Denver last Monday, overcoming a slow start and a Brandon Carlo injury to take a point out of a 4-3 shootout loss.

In the rematch, the Bruins got that coveted start. And while Jim Montgomery’s club encountered a setback in the middle frame, they bounced back in the third…