The Boston Bruins defeated the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in an overtime thriller at the Garden on Saturday. After a slow offensive start, David Pastrnak scored the game-winning goal with 1:53 left in overtime off a Mason Lohrei pass. The Bruins had a tough time converting on power play opportunities in the first period, with Jeremy Swayman making key saves to keep the game scoreless. The Kings took the lead in the second period when Trevor Moore scored after a scramble in front of the net. The Bruins failed to capitalize on multiple power play chances in the second period, but eventually tied the game on a goal by Elias Lindholm off an assist from Brad Marchand. The third period ended scoreless, with both teams having power play opportunities that went unconverted. The game went into overtime, where Pastrnak scored the game-winning goal to secure the victory for the Bruins. The win improved the Bruins’ record to 2-1-0 early in the season. The team will look to continue their winning ways as they face off against their next opponent.
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