BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak reached 40 goals for the third consecutive season, and the Boston Bruins beat the fading Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 on Saturday.
Coming off a 4-1 victory over Toronto on Thursday, the Bruins posted consecutive regulation wins for the first time since Jan. 20 and 22. They are fighting for the NHL’s top record a year after setting league records for victories (65) and overall points (135).
“I won’t take it for granted, obviously,” Pastrnak said of reaching 40 goals again. “It’s my job to score goals, but, at the same time, I play in the best league in the world, so I don’t take it for granted.