Bruins Rally to Beat Sharks 6-4 at TD Garden
Boston scored four goals in the final period to extend its point streak to eight games.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Hockey
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The Boston Bruins defeated the San Jose Sharks 6-4 on Saturday night at TD Garden. A massive third-period rally helped Boston improve its season record to 9-2-1.
Why it matters
The victory keeps Boston in a strong position early in the season while maintaining their ongoing point streak. David Pastrnak also reached a significant career milestone during the matchup.
Boston extended its point streak to eight games behind 21 saves from Jeremy Swayman. The game featured 16 total penalties resulting in 46 combined penalty minutes.
The players
David Pastrnak
The Bruins forward reached 427 career goals to tie Patrice Bergeron for third on the franchise all-time list.
Jeremy Swayman
The Boston goaltender recorded 21 saves during the victory against San Jose.
Casey Mittelstadt
The player achieved the milestone of scoring his 100th career NHL goal during the contest.
The details
Boston overcame a 3-2 deficit by scoring four goals in the third period. Will Borgen sealed the win for the Bruins with an empty-net goal in the closing seconds.
Timeline
The Bruins defeated the Sharks 6-4 on Saturday night.
Boston faces the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.
Season Trajectory
This win cements Boston's early season momentum as they continue to build on a point streak that impacts their standing in the league. Matching a franchise legend like Patrice Bergeron highlights the historical significance of the team's current offensive production.
The Bruins extended their point streak to eight games and improved to a 9-2-1 record. Fans monitoring franchise history should note that David Pastrnak now shares the third-place spot for all-time goals with Patrice Bergeron.
The takeaway
Boston's ability to mount a third-period comeback demonstrates the team's offensive depth in high-pressure situations. Fans should watch for how the team manages this momentum during their upcoming Tuesday matchup.
What happens next
The Boston Bruins are scheduled to play the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.
Further reading
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