Bruins End Five-Game Skid With Late Goal

Boston scores in third period to snap losing streak against Minnesota Wild

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:02am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the chaotic action of a hockey game, with players' bodies and equipment broken down into sharp, overlapping shapes in a palette of blues, greens, and reds.A cubist interpretation of the Boston Bruins' late-game heroics, capturing the intensity and energy of their comeback victory.Boston Today

The Boston Bruins ended their five-game losing streak with a late goal in the third period to defeat the Minnesota Wild 3-2 in an NHL hockey game played on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston.

Why it matters

The Bruins had been struggling with a prolonged slump, making this a crucial win to get their season back on track and maintain their position in the playoff race.

The details

With the game tied 2-2 in the third period, Bruins forward Mark Kastelic scored the game-winning goal to lift his team to victory. The Bruins had fallen behind early but rallied to tie the game before Kastelic's late heroics.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • The game-winning goal was scored in the third period.

The players

Mark Kastelic

A forward for the Boston Bruins who scored the game-winning goal in the third period.

Boston Bruins

The NHL hockey team based in Boston, Massachusetts that ended their five-game losing streak with this victory.

Minnesota Wild

The NHL hockey team that lost to the Boston Bruins in this game.

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What they’re saying

“It was a huge win for us to snap that losing streak. The guys really battled hard and never gave up.”

— Bruce Cassidy, Head Coach, Boston Bruins

What’s next

The Bruins will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The takeaway

The Bruins' late-game heroics showed their resilience and ability to bounce back from a tough stretch, keeping them in the hunt for a postseason berth.