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Bruins Force Game 6 with 2-1 Win Over Panthers, Swayman Shines with 28 Saves

May 15, 2024, 01:49 AM

The Boston Bruins staved off elimination by defeating the Florida Panthers 2-1 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. The victory forces a Game 6, which will be held in Boston on Friday night. Jeremy Swayman was instrumental in the win, making 28 saves, including a crucial stop in the final seconds against Sam Reinhart. Charlie McAvoy scored the game-winning goal four minutes after Reinhart had tied the game in the second period. The Panthers, who had a 3-1 series lead, will now have to try to close out the series on the road. This was the Panthers' first chance to close out the series, marking the second series in a row they failed to do so.