What We Learned: Rask, Pastrnak, spark Bruins over Sens

The Boston Bruins ended their four-game Canadian road trip on a high note.

After securing just two out of a possible six points through their first three games in Western Canada, the Bruins picked up a much-needed win Tuesday night in Ottawa, defeating the Senators, 4-1.

“We need it. I think everyone knows that we can’t come up empty handed here tonight,” Bruins forward Ryan Donato told the press following the morning skate about Tuesday’s important matchup. “We all know the impact – this time of season – a game like this can have on our team.”

Once again, the Bruins’ top line did most of the heavy lifting and contributed three goals and five assists, thanks in large part to a four-point…