The Boston Bruins are set to commence a three-game road trip on Tuesday evening. Their matchup against the St. Louis Blues will take place at 8 p.m. ET at the Enterprise Center. Boston aims to extend its winning streak to three games after defeating the New Jersey Devils 4-1 on Saturday.
Recent Performance Insights
In their last encounter, the Bruins secured a 5-2 victory over the Blues at TD Garden. Key contributions came from Pavel Zacha, who scored twice, while teammates Alex Steeves, Morgan Geekie, and Viktor Arvidsson added to the scoreline. Goalie Joonas Korpisalo recorded a season-high 37 saves during the game.
Coaching Perspective
Head coach Marco Sturm praised the team’s structured performance, saying they managed to limit scoring opportunities for the opposition. He emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency as they hit the road.
Player Updates
- David Pastrnak is a game-time decision for the match against the Blues.
- Pastrnak has been absent since November 26 due to an injury.
- He participated in Tuesday’s optional morning skate in a regular jersey.
- Sturm confirmed there will be no other lineup changes for the game.
Pastrnak previously recorded 29 points, with 11 goals and 18 assists, before his injury. His teammates have risen to the occasion, facilitating his recovery process. Despite his eagerness to return, the team is prioritizing his health, ensuring he is fully fit before making a comeback.
“We just want to make sure he’s going to be 100%,” Sturm stated. “If it takes another few days, we will take it. We are focused on his well-being first.”
