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Ottawa Senators End Bruins' Winning Streak with 5-3 Victory
11/14/2025, 1:30:13 PM
Game Overview
On November 13, 2025, the Ottawa Senators defeated the Boston Bruins 5-3 at the Canadian Tire Centre, ending the Bruins' seven-game winning streak. Tim Stützle was pivotal for the Senators, scoring twice in the third period, including an empty-net goal to seal the victory. The Bruins, who had previously lost to the Senators 7-2 on October 27, struggled to maintain momentum despite a spirited comeback effort.
Scoring Summary
The game began with the Senators taking an early lead. Claude Giroux scored a power-play goal just 1:28 into the first period, followed by Dylan Cozens extending the lead to 2-0 with a goal at 19:03. The Bruins responded in the second period with Morgan Geekie scoring at 11:49, assisted by David Pastrnak, narrowing the gap to 2-1. However, Shane Pinto restored Ottawa's two-goal lead just over a minute into the third period.
The Bruins fought back, with Pastrnak scoring a power-play goal at 3:49 and Mark Kastelic tying the game at 5:15. Stützle's decisive goal came at 14:17, putting the Senators ahead 4-3, before he added an empty-netter to finalize the score.
Key Performers
For the Senators, Stützle's two goals were complemented by contributions from Giroux and Cozens, who each had a goal and an assist. Pinto's performance was notable as he scored shortly after signing a four-year, $30 million contract extension with the team. Leevi Merilainen made 18 saves in goal for Ottawa.
On the Bruins' side, Pastrnak and Geekie each had a goal and an assist, while Joonas Korpisalo stopped 17 shots. Despite the loss, Pastrnak's goal marked his 402nd career point, tying him with Rick Middleton for fifth place on the franchise's all-time list.
Official Statements & Responses
Ottawa coach Travis Green praised his team's resilience, stating, “I liked the way our team responded tonight.” Bruins defenseman Hampus Lindholm expressed frustration, noting, “The goals they got were a lot on ourselves. So, at least we can tighten that up.” Bruins coach Marco Sturm acknowledged the team's physical play but pointed to concentration lapses as critical issues.
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the Senators' victory, there were concerns regarding their performance, particularly in maintaining leads. Critics pointed to the team's struggles with injuries and inconsistent play, suggesting that while they secured the win, it was not indicative of their potential. The Bruins, on the other hand, faced scrutiny for their defensive lapses, with players acknowledging that they "shot ourselves in the foot" during key moments.
What's Next
Following this match, the Bruins are set to face the Montreal Canadiens on November 15, while the Senators will host the Los Angeles Kings, aiming to extend their point streak to eight games.
