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Vegas Golden Knights Glide Past Boston Bruins, Spotlight on Dorofeyev's Hat Trick

The Vegas Golden Knights improved their season record to 40-20-8 after a commanding performance against the Boston Bruins, who now stand at 30-31-9. The game concluded with a score of 5-1 in favor of the home team, showcasing their dominance on the ice.


Mar 20, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Boston Bruins center Morgan Geekie (39) reacts after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Golden Knights' Offensive Prowess


The Golden Knights' offense was in full swing, netting five goals from 32 shots, translating to an impressive shooting percentage of 16 percent. Pavel Dorofeyev stood out with a remarkable hat trick, scoring three goals from just five shots. His shooting accuracy was unmatched at 60 percent for the night. Brandon Saad and Ivan Barbashev also contributed significantly to the team's success. Saad assisted twice and had a plus-minus rating of +2, while Barbashev scored once on two attempts.


On special teams, the Golden Knights capitalized on one of their three powerplay opportunities thanks to their strategic playmaking and precise execution. This goal added an extra layer to their multifaceted offensive game plan.


Mar 20, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights left wing Tanner Pearson (70) attempts to skate past Boston Bruins defenseman Parker Wotherspoon (29) in front of Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) during the second period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Bruins Struggle to Break Through


The Bruins managed only one goal despite having 19 shots on goal throughout the game. Their lone goal came during even strength play but wasn't enough to mount a serious challenge against the Golden Knights' defense and goaltending prowess.


Boston's goaltender faced a barrage of shots from Vegas but could only save 27 out of 32 attempts. This performance underscored a challenging night for him and his team as they struggled both offensively and defensively against a well-prepared opponent.


Mar 20, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights left wing Pavel Dorofeyev (16) celebrates with Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel (9) after scoring a goal against the Boston Bruins during the second period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Looking Ahead


The Vegas Golden Knights are set to host the Detroit Red Wings at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on March 22nd at 8:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on ABC or stream it online via ESPN+. This matchup promises another exciting display as the Golden Knights aim to continue their winning momentum in front of their home crowd.


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