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Did Vegas Golden Knights' Late Surge Rattle Boston Bruins at TD Garden?

The Vegas Golden Knights faced off against the Boston Bruins in a tightly contested game at TD Garden. Despite a valiant effort, the Knights fell short with a final score of 4-3. The loss brought their record to 24-13-12, while the Bruins improved to 29-20-2.


Jan 22, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Andrew Peeke (26) and Vegas Golden Knights right wing Alexander Holtz (26) battle for the puck during the second period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

First Period


The opening period saw the Bruins take control early on, scoring three goals and setting an aggressive tone for the game. David Pastrnak was instrumental in this surge, showcasing his offensive skills and contributing significantly to Boston's lead. The Golden Knights struggled to find their rhythm during this period, unable to capitalize on their opportunities.


Second Period


In contrast, the second period was marked by defensive plays from both teams. The Bruins managed only one goal during this time as Vegas tightened their defense. Akira Schmid stood out for the Knights with several crucial saves that kept them within striking distance of Boston.


Jan 22, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Elias Lindholm (28) celebrates with center Pavel Zacha (18) after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Third Period


The third period witnessed a remarkable comeback attempt by Vegas. Jack Eichel led the charge with one goal and an assist, demonstrating his leadership on ice. Tomas Hertl also found the back of the net as part of a late rally that saw Vegas score three unanswered goals in quick succession.


Despite these efforts, it wasn't enough to overcome Boston's initial lead. Joonas Korpisalo's goaltending for Boston proved pivotal as he made key saves under pressure from Vegas' offense.


Jan 22, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins left wing Viktor Arvidsson (71) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

As fans reflect on this intense matchup through post-game thoughts about Vegas Golden Knights' performance and strategies moving forward will be crucial for future games.


Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when Vegas takes on Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on January 23rd at 7:00 PM EST; tune into ESPN+ or SCRIPPS TV network for live coverage! Share your thoughts about this exciting encounter!

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