Boston Bruins Face Off Against Struggling Florida Panthers
The Boston Bruins are set to face off against the struggling Florida Panthers in an important matchup. The game will take place on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. The broadcast will be available on HBO Max and TNT.
Bruins Recent Performance
The Bruins enter this game following a narrow 6-5 shootout loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. In an outdoor game attended by 64,617 fans, they notably squandered a commanding 5-1 lead in the second period.
Current Standings and Game Statistics
| Team | Season Record | Last 10 Games | Goals Scored | Goals Allowed | Power Play % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruins | 32-20-4 | 7-1-2 | 189 | 175 | 26.9% |
| Panthers | 28-24-3 | 4-6-0 | 165 | 180 | 18.4% |
- Bruins vs. spread: 36-20
- Panthers vs. spread: 19-36
- Over/under for the game: 6.0
Injury Updates
The Bruins will likely be without Brad Marchand, who has missed the last two games due to an undisclosed injury and is considered day-to-day. Florida is also dealing with significant injuries, including forward Sam Bennett and well-known players like Aleksander Barkov and Anton Lundell.
Player Highlights
David Pastrnak leads the Bruins with 48 assists and 70 points this season. He is on track for another 100-point campaign. Meanwhile, Morgan Geekie has been a standout with 32 total goals, approaching his career high.
Looking Ahead
The Bruins hope to solidify their form against a Florida team that is struggling. While the Bruins are riding a strong season performance, the Panthers will aim to turn their fortunes around on home ice.
