David Pastrnak hit the 100-point milestone in the Boston Bruins' final game before the NHL playoffs. He achieved this feat with an assist on Morgan Geekie's opening goal.
What happened?
The Bruins secured a 4-0 shutout of the New Jersey Devils, finishing the campaign with a 45-27-10 record and exactly 100 standings points.
Why it matters for David Pastrnak
Pastrnak recorded his 100th point via an assist, marking his 71st assist of the season, tied for fifth-most in the league. He finished the regular season with 29 goals and 71 assists.
What comes next?
The result sets up a first-round matchup against the Buffalo Sabres, marking Buffalo's first postseason appearance in 15 years. The Bruins will look to build on their momentum with Pastrnak leading the charge.
The game itself was decided early, with Boston scoring all four goals in the first period. Geekie's opener was followed by two goals from Mark Kastelic and a late-period strike from Viktor Arvidsson.
The Devils, who finished 42-37-3 and seventh in the Metropolitan Division, were eliminated from playoff contention, managing just 21 shots against the Bruins. Jeremy Swayman recorded a whopping 21 saves for the second time this season.
Across his career, Pastrnak now totals 420 goals and 513 assists in 833 games, and is also one goal shy of extending his streak to nine consecutive full seasons with at least 30 goals. Nico Hischier recorded his 1,000th faceoff win of the season, a notable achievement.
Nico Daws made 22 saves in what was his first loss in three starts. The Bruins will look to carry their momentum into the playoffs, with Pastrnak's elite performance leading the way.
The regular season finale was a decisive win for the Bruins, with Pastrnak's milestone achievement the highlight of the game. The team will now focus on their first-round matchup against the Sabres.
Pastrnak's 100-point season is a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport. He will look to continue his strong performance in the playoffs, leading the Bruins to success.
The Bruins' top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference is a significant achievement, and Pastrnak's contributions were instrumental in securing this position. The team will now prepare for their postseason run.