Blue Jackets Trounce Bruins 5-1 in NHL

The Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Boston Bruins 5-1 at TD Garden, marking Boston's third consecutive loss and further deepening their struggles with an 8-9-3 record. Columbus goalie Elvis Merzlikins delivered a standout performance with 29 saves, while Mathieu Olivier and Justin Danforth each scored short-handed goals. The Bruins' power play faltered, going 1 for 6, and they faced intense criticism from fans who booed them off the ice. Dmitri Voronkov and James van Riemsdyk also contributed to the scoring for the Blue Jackets, who celebrated just their second win in ten games. This dismal performance has intensified calls for the Bruins' management to consider firing coach Jim Montgomery. The defeat highlighted Boston's ongoing issues, particularly against lower-ranked teams in the league.