nhl Game Recap
Boston Bruins vs New York Rangers Recap - Bruins Win 1-0
Boston's defense, led by netminder Jaroslav Halak, shut down New York 1-0 at Madison Square Garden on on Friday.
The Bruins were a -175 favorite in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 5.5.
Boston got a goal from Nick Ritchie in the victory. Ritchie opened the scoring at 9:27 of the second period.
Jaroslav Halak turned in a 21-save effort for the Bruins.
New York got a 29-stop effort from Igor Shesterkin in the loss.
Boston scored 0 times on 4 chances on the power play, while New York went 0-for-6 with the man advantage.
Boston outshot New York 30-21 in the game.
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Islanders. The Rangers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New Jersey.