In a commanding performance, the Boston Bruins defeated the New Jersey Devils 4-0, clinching the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference. Mark Kastelic led the Bruins with two goals in the first period, while Jeremy Swayman recorded his second shutout of the season, stopping 21 shots. The Bruins took control early, scoring four goals in the first period, including a goal from David Pastrnak, who reached 100 points for the fourth straight season. The win marks a significant turnaround for Boston, who finished the regular season with a record of 45-27-10 under first-year coach Marco Sturm, after struggling the previous year. The Devils, finishing with a record of 42-37-3, will not advance to the playoffs, while the Bruins prepare to face the Atlantic Division champion Buffalo Sabres in the first round.