Fraser Minten Secures Bruins' Victory Over Maple Leafs
The Bruins extended their winning streak to six games, their longest since the beginning of the 2023-24 season, by defeating the Maple Leafs 5-3 Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
Key Moments of the Game
Boston maintained a 4-3 lead for the majority of the third period, with Toronto pressing hard to equalize. Fraser Minten, a former Maple Leafs prospect, scored with under four minutes left, sealing the victory for the Bruins.
“That’s my goal as a player. I want to be out there playing, so continuing to build on that and earn that trust and earn those minutes, that’s why I play the game.” — Fraser Minten
Minten’s Role on the Team
Coach Marco Sturm praised Minten as the game’s standout player. Minten, who plays center on the Bruins’ third line, has earned the coaching staff’s trust to be deployed in critical moments and sometimes joins the top line during key situations.
Near-Tying Moment for Toronto
Just before Minten’s game-winning goal, Maple Leafs forward William Nylander nearly tied the game. His shot hit the crossbar and then the post, bouncing outwards, denying Toronto an equalizer and thrilling the home crowd.
“William Nylander’s shot ricocheted off the crossbar and then the post before shooting out into the corner. Nylander threw his arms up, the goal light went on, and Scotiabank erupted.” — The Boston Globe
Summary
Fraser Minten’s late goal capped a strong team effort that extended the Bruins’ winning streak to six, demonstrating his growing importance and earning Coach Sturm’s confidence.
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