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Montreal Canadiens vs Boston Bruins Wrap - Boston Wins 4-2

The Canadiens came up short Thursday against the Bruins, falling 4-2.

Boston won as a -400 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 6.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Boston got goals from David Pastrnak, David Krejci, Jake DeBrusk, and Tyler Bertuzzi in the victory. Bertuzzi opened the scoring at 4:34 of the first period.

Jeremy Swayman turned in a 29-save effort for the Bruins.

Kirby Dach, and Nick Suzuki scored for the Canadiens, finding the net behind Jeremy Swayman.

Montreal got a 17-stop effort from Jake Allen in the loss.

Boston scored 0 times on 5 chances on the power play, while Montreal went 2-for-5 with the man advantage.

Montreal outshot Boston 31-21 in the game.

Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lightning. The Canadiens will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Columbus.