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Bruins Fall 3-2 Against New Jersey - Game Recap

New Jersey needed a shootout to earn a 3-2 victory over Boston on Tuesday in NHL action at Prudential Center.

New Jersey won as a +162 underdog, while Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 5.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

New Jersey got goals from Blake Coleman, and Jesper Bratt in the victory. Coleman opened the scoring at 8:58 of the second period.

MacKenzie Blackwood turned in a 28-save effort for the Devils.

Boston got goals from Joakim Nordstrom, and Brad Marchand in the loss, but it wasn't enough.

Boston got a 42-stop effort from Jaroslav Halak in the loss.

On the power play, New Jersey went 0-for-4, while the Bruins were 1-for-3 with the man advantage.

New Jersey outshot Boston 44-30 in the game.

New Jersey looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Islanders. The Bruins will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Columbus.