Bruins, Lightning and Stadium Series
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NHL star Charlie McAvoy discussed “Heated Rivalry’s" impact on hockey and inclusivity as the series continues to generate conversation weeks after its debut.
The Boston Bruins fall to the Tampa Bay Lightning in a 6-5 shootout loss at Raymond James Stadium. Tonight saw a lot of action in the NHL's annual Stadium Series event. Despite a significant early lead from the Bruins, Boston's biggest flaw became came back to bite them.
Even with a protective mask like McAvoy is wearing now as his jaw continues to heal, it would be a natural inclination to stay out of the line of fire. But while McAvoy may have lost some teeth, he hasn’t lost his nerve.
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Jake Guentzel scored the only goal in the shootout. Pastrnak, the Bruins’ final shooter, pinged his attempt off the right post. What should have been a sure two points — the Bruins had a 5-1 lead halfway through the second period — ended up being one.
In a Stadium Series thriller, David Pastrnak's potential OT winner was denied, and the Bruins lost 6-5 to the Lightning in a shootout.