"Boston Bruins Boston's defense held Buffalo to just one shot on goal in the first period. The Bruins defense made a statement in their 3-1 win over the Sabres on Saturday night. Jeremy Swayman did his part, stopping 21 of the 22 shots he faced, but the defense in front of him stole the show, holding Buffalo to just one shot on goal in the entire first period."
""One thing that was kind of a strength of our team the last three games we were able to finish the games and win them without their goalie playing 5-on-6," Bruins forward Pavel Zacha said after the game. "I think we kind of show our strength, that we really play to the structure on defense, and we're able to win." Swayman now has 56 saves in his two starts this season and has only allowed one goal in each of those contests."
Boston's defense suffocated Buffalo, allowing only one shot on goal in the first period and helping secure a 3-1 victory. Jeremy Swayman stopped 21 of 22 shots and has 56 saves across two starts, permitting one goal in each game. The penalty kill was perfect, successfully killing all four penalties and contributing to Boston's early-season strength. The Bruins opened the season 3-0 despite offseason roster changes and expectations of retooling. Pavel Zacha credited defensive structure and finishing ability, while praise circulated for goaltending depth with Swayman and Joonas Korpisalo available under coach Marco Sturm.
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