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Pavel Zacha and Elias Lindholm each scored two goals, including late insurance markers in the third period, to lead the Boston Bruins to a 6-3 win over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Saturday.
Why it matters
The Bruins’ offensive outburst against a tough Wild team demonstrates their scoring depth and ability to win high-scoring affairs, a valuable asset as they push for playoff positioning in the competitive Eastern Conference.
The details
Zacha and Lindholm both netted a pair of goals, with their late third-period tallies sealing the victory for Boston. The Bruins built a 4-2 lead through two periods before the Wild cut the deficit to one, but the two late goals from Zacha and Lindholm gave the home team some breathing room.
The game was played on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
The players
Pavel Zacha
A forward for the Boston Bruins who scored two goals in the game.
Elias Lindholm
A forward for the Boston Bruins who also scored two goals in the game.
Boston Bruins
The NHL hockey team that defeated the Minnesota Wild 6-3 in this game.
Minnesota Wild
The NHL hockey team that lost to the Boston Bruins 6-3 in this game.
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What they’re saying
“Our top guys really stepped up tonight and delivered when we needed them most.”
— Jim Montgomery, Head Coach, Boston Bruins
What’s next
The Bruins will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a high playoff seed in the Eastern Conference.
The takeaway
The Bruins’ offensive firepower, led by the two-goal performances of Zacha and Lindholm, proved too much for the Wild to handle, showcasing Boston’s depth and ability to win high-scoring affairs.