The Boston Bruins will play their final game before Christmas tonight against the Washington Capitals. This will be a big challenge for the Bruins, as the Capitals are currently at the top of the Eastern Conference standings with a 23-8-2 record and 48 points.
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According to Bruins head coach Joe Sacco, the Original Six club will be going with Jeremy Swayman as their starting goalie against the Capitals.
Swayman’s goal will be to bounce back after a tough 3-2 overtime loss to the Edmonton Oilers in his last start on Dec. 19. The Anchorage, Alaska native allowed three goals on 26 shots (.885 save percentage). The Bruins also had a 2-0 lead after the first period before suffering the OT loss.
In 24 games this season, Swayman has an 11-10-3 record, a 3.13 goals-against average, and a .887 save percentage. It has been a tough year for No. 1.