: Top prospect James Hagens , the 7th overall pick in the 2025 draft, made his NHL debut for the Bruins, contributing an assist on Henri Jokiharju's second-period goal. Looking Ahead
With only two games remaining in the regular season, the stakes were sky-high at Nationwide Arena. The Blue Jackets, who had been as high as second in the Metropolitan Division just weeks prior, found themselves fighting for their postseason lives. Despite a dominant effort on the shot clock, outshooting Boston 35-22, Columbus couldn't overcome a clutch performance from Bruins goaltender , who made 33 saves against his former team. Key Game Highlights : Top prospect James Hagens , the 7th
: Former Blue Jacket Sean Kuraly was the star for Boston, recording a goal and two assists for a three-point night. Despite a dominant effort on the shot clock,
: After Adam Fantilli tied the game 2-2 early in the third period on a breakaway, Mark Kastelic scored the game-winner with just 9:38 remaining. outshooting Boston 35-22