Sharks Defeat Bruins, End Home Win Streak at 13

San Jose's Collin Graf scores short-handed goal in 4-2 victory over Boston

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:35am

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The visiting San Jose Sharks defeated the Boston Bruins 4-2, ending the Bruins' 13-game home win streak. Sharks players Michael Misa, Tyler Toffoli, and William Eklund each scored a goal and an assist, while Collin Graf added a short-handed goal. Goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic made 39 saves for San Jose. David Pastrnak scored a goal and an assist for the Bruins, whose home win streak was snapped.

Why it matters

The Sharks' victory over the Bruins, who had been dominant at home, demonstrates San Jose's ability to win on the road against one of the NHL's top teams. The result also highlights the Sharks' recent strong play, having gone 4-1-2 in their last seven games.

The details

The Sharks jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first and second periods, with goals from Misa and Toffoli. In the third period, Graf scored a short-handed goal to make it 3-0 Sharks, and Eklund added a fourth goal for San Jose. The Bruins were able to score twice late, with goals from Fraser Minten and Pastrnak, but could not complete the comeback.

  • The Sharks scored the game-winning goal at 3:13 of the third period.
  • The Bruins' 13-game home win streak was snapped with the loss.

The players

Collin Graf

A Massachusetts native who scored the short-handed, game-winning goal for the Sharks.

Alex Nedeljkovic

The Sharks' goaltender who made 39 saves to help secure the victory.

David Pastrnak

The Bruins' star forward who scored a goal and an assist in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This game showcased the Sharks' ability to win on the road against a top NHL team, ending the Bruins' impressive home win streak. The result highlights San Jose's recent strong play and their depth, with multiple players contributing goals and assists.