Boston Bruins Aim for Playoff Clinch Against Tampa Bay Lightning
Bruins Game 80: Clinching Scenarios, Notes, Lines, and How to Watch vs. Lightning
Yahoo! News
Image: Yahoo! News
The Boston Bruins (43-26-10) return to TD Garden to face the Tampa Bay Lightning (48-25-6) in a crucial matchup for playoff positioning. With a 98.7% chance of making the postseason, the Bruins can clinch a berth with a win or through specific loss scenarios. Both teams are struggling, each on a three-game losing streak.
- 01The Bruins need a win to clinch a playoff spot.
- 02They face the Lightning, who have beaten them in all three previous matchups this season.
- 03The Bruins' recent form includes four games without a win.
- 04Marco Sturm will announce lineup changes before the game.
- 05The game will be broadcast on ABC at 12:30 PM ET.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The Boston Bruins are set to host the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD Garden in Boston as they seek to secure a playoff berth in the 2025-26 NHL season. The Bruins, with a record of 43-26-10, are coming off a disappointing four-game road trip where they failed to secure a win, going 0-2-2. They face the Lightning, who have also struggled recently, losing their last three games and holding a 48-25-6 record. The Bruins have a 98.7% chance of making the playoffs, needing just two points to clinch their spot. They can achieve this by winning today's game or through specific loss scenarios involving other teams. The Bruins' lineup will be announced by head coach Marco Sturm prior to the game, and the starting goalie is expected to be Jeremy Swayman. The game starts at 12:30 PM ET and will be available on ABC.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
A win for the Bruins would secure their playoff position, boosting local fan morale and interest in upcoming games.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you think the Bruins will clinch a playoff spot today?
Connecting to poll...
More about Boston Bruins
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.