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Bruins Edge Kings in thrilling 3-2 Victory
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Boston, MA – The Boston Bruins secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Friday, November 21, 2025, at TD Garden. A dramatic game-winning goal by Charlie Geekie in the final minutes sealed the win for the Bruins, extending their winning streak to three games.
Game Recap
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading goals throughout the contest. The Kings drew first blood with a power-play goal from Anze Kopitar early in the first period. The Bruins responded later in the period with a goal from David Pastrnak, tying the game at one.
The second period saw the Kings regain the lead, but the Bruins once again answered, this time with a goal from Brad Marchand. The score remained tied at two heading into the third period.
The tension mounted in the final frame, with both goaltenders making crucial saves. With just under three minutes remaining, Charlie Geekie broke the deadlock, firing a wrist shot past Kings’ goaltender Pheonix Copley to give the Bruins a 3-2 lead. The Bruins held on for the remaining minutes, securing the victory.
Did You Know?
Charlie GeekieS game-winning goal was his fifth of the season, marking a new career high for the forward.
key Stats
| Statistic | Boston Bruins | Los Angeles Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 3 | 2 |
| Shots on Goal | 35 | 30 |
| Power Play % | 20% | 33% |
| Faceoff Win % | 52% | 48% |
| Penalty Minutes | 8 | 12 |
Player Performances
David pastrnak led the Bruins with a goal and an assist. Linus Ullmark was solid in net,stopping 28 of 30 shots.For the Kings, Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala each scored a goal. Pheonix Copley made 32 saves in the loss.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on Charlie Geekie; he’s quickly becoming a key offensive contributor for the Bruins.
Game Timeline
- 1st Period: Kopitar (Kings) – PPG,pastrnak (Bruins)
- 2nd Period: Fiala (Kings),Marchand (Bruins)
- 3rd Period: Geekie (Bruins) – GWG
“It was a great team effort tonight,” said Bruins coach jim Montgomery after the game.
“We battled hard, and Geekie came up big when we needed him.”
The Bruins’ victory improves their record to 12-5-3 on the season. The kings fall to 9-8-3. This win demonstrates the Bruins’ resilience and ability to close out games, solidifying their position as contenders in the Eastern Conference.
The Bruins will next face the New York Rangers on November 24th, while the Kings will travel to play the Philadelphia Flyers on November 23rd.
What did you think of Geekie’s game-winning goal? Do you believe the Bruins are legitimate Stanley Cup contenders this season?
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