The victory was crucial for Boston (44-27-10), moving them one point ahead of the Ottawa Senators for the first wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with only one game remaining. Conversely, the loss was devastating for Columbus, leaving them two points behind Philadelphia and virtually eliminating them from a tightly contested Metropolitan Division race.
Bruins edge Blue Jackets, who fail to gain in Metropolitan race The victory was crucial for Boston (44-27-10), moving
The Bruins dominated the Blue Jackets throughout the 2025-26 season, winning all three matchups: Bruins 3, Blue Jackets 2 March 29, 2026: Bruins 4, Blue Jackets 3 (Shootout) February 26, 2026: Bruins 4, Blue Jackets 2 Google Sports Data This response uses data provided
Boston goalie , another former Blue Jacket, was instrumental in the April finale, making 33 saves against his old club to preserve the lead. Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports the loss was devastating for Columbus