Bruins Aim to Clinch Playoff Spot

How to watch the big game against the Devils tonight

Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:21pm

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The Boston Bruins will take on the New Jersey Devils on Monday, March 16, as they look to clinch a spot in the NHL playoffs. The Bruins currently sit in fourth place in the standings and a win tonight would secure their postseason berth.

Why it matters

The Bruins are a storied franchise with a passionate fanbase in Boston. Clinching a playoff spot would mark another successful season for the team and keep their Stanley Cup hopes alive.

The details

The Bruins and Devils will face off at 7:00 PM EST. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN and can also be streamed on the ESPN app. Boston is led by veteran center Patrice Bergeron, who has been a key part of the team's success over the past decade.

  • The game is scheduled for Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST.

The players

Boston Bruins

A professional ice hockey team based in Boston, Massachusetts that competes in the National Hockey League (NHL).

New Jersey Devils

A professional ice hockey team based in Newark, New Jersey that competes in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Patrice Bergeron

A veteran center for the Boston Bruins who has been a key part of the team's success over the past decade.

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What they’re saying

“We’re focused on getting the job done tonight and securing our spot in the playoffs. The team is ready to go out there and give it their all.”

— Patrice Bergeron (ESPN)

What’s next

If the Bruins win tonight, they will clinch a playoff spot. Their next game will be on Thursday, March 19 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

The takeaway

The Bruins have been a consistent playoff contender for years, and clinching a spot tonight would continue that tradition. Their veteran leadership and talented roster make them a team to watch in the upcoming postseason.