The Boston Bruins secured a 4-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, with Brad Marchand and Morgan Geekie each scoring two goals in the game. Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman made 20 saves to contribute to the win, while Petr Mrazek made 23 saves for the Blackhawks. This win marked the Bruins’ third consecutive victory, showcasing their impressive energy despite a busy schedule.
Marchand’s two goals in the second period were crucial for the Bruins, with David Pastrnak assisting on both goals. Geekie sealed the victory with a breakaway goal in the third period. The Blackhawks saw goals from Alex Vlasic and Jason Dickinson but ultimately fell short, losing their fourth consecutive game.
In other Bruins news, Joe Sacco improved to 6-2-0 since taking over as interim coach, replacing Jim Montgomery. The team is also gearing up for the 4 Nations Face-Off, with four Bruins players named to the rosters. The study from Boston University indicating that the risk of CTE in hockey players is linked to years played rather than just being an enforcer adds another layer of context to the ongoing hockey season.
Both the Bruins and the Blackhawks are set to play again on Saturday, with Boston hosting the Philadelphia Flyers and Chicago hosting the Winnipeg Jets. Fans can expect more exciting hockey action from these two teams as the season progresses.
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