New York. It was a battle for every millimeter and the league leaders had long moments against them, but in the end Boston was able to win the final game of the series against Dallas – after a goal in overtime from David Pasternak.
– It felt like a play-off and it was incredibly nice that we managed to pick up the two points, Swedish defender Hambus Lindholm told Sportbladet after the 3-2 win.
Since teams in the East are generally much stronger than those in the West this year, this final series wasn’t technically Dallas and Boston battling it out on a balmy Texas night, but they are leading in their respective conferences so it felt like it anyway.
Moreover, the match itself had such a character. Each exchange is like a field battle in miniature.
– Yes, it felt like a real playoff. Everyone worked really hard, it was incredibly fun to play tonight, says Hampus Lindholm who was slightly out of breath when we got to him shortly after the decision.
“incredibly cute”
3.44 came in overtime. The Bruins had just killed off the field and on the counter attack, David Pastrnak caught a perfect pass from Charlie McAvoy and buried a direct shot.
“It was great to finally win on an evening like this,” continues Lindholm.
Partly because the game was the way it was, partly because it was a bit slow after the All-Star break, we needed that win.
Al Suwaidi: “I was given a different role”
The 29-year-old Scanian answered himself with another excellent effort and contributed, among other things, a brilliant pass for Taylor Hall’s 1-0 goal – behind his back, without looking.
– I finally felt good. I have a slightly different role now that everyone is back from their injuries, but it’s inspiring to try different roles. I want to help the team win in any way I can.
Funniest last night:
Sister was sitting in the stands.
– Yes, we are on a fraternity trip, so everyone has brothers and sisters with them. It’s good that they’re a part of it, they’ve done so much for us and stood in cool halls and supported us in our youth,” Hambus says.
Linus Ollmark stopped 29 shots in the Boston box.