Oliver Wahlstrom, the former New York Islanders forward, has been placed on waivers by the Boston Bruins amid lackluster performance. After being claimed from the Islanders on December 14, Wahlstrom has struggled, managing just one goal and one assist in 16 games with the Bruins. His minimal ice time of around 10:30 per game reflects a growing lack of trust from head coach Joe Sacco. This follows a disappointing stint with the Islanders, where he recorded only four points in 27 games.

The 11th overall pick in the 2019 NHL draft, Wahlstrom's trajectory has been hampered by injuries, including a torn ACL. While a return to the Islanders appears unlikely, other teams may consider claiming him off waivers, or he could be sent to the AHL if he clears. Boston's decision highlights Wahlstrom's ongoing struggles to establish himself as a reliable contributor in the NHL.

In a thrilling matchup, the Boston Bruins ended their six-game losing streak with a dramatic 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers, thanks to a power-play goal by David Pastrnak just two seconds into overtime. This marked Pastrnak's second goal of the game, bringing his total to six goals in the last five outings, complemented by an assist. Morgan Geekie also contributed significantly with a goal and assist, while goaltender Jeremy Swayman was stellar, making 39 saves.

The Florida Panthers, despite the loss, showcased a strong performance with Sam Reinhart netting two goals, including a last-second equalizer that pushed the game into overtime. Boston had briefly led in the third period with Oliver Wahlstrom scoring his first goal as a Bruin, after being claimed off waivers from the New York Islanders.

Florida's Evan Rodrigues broke a 15-game goal drought with a power-play marker, and Sergei Bobrovsky made 14 saves. Despite the defeat, the Panthers remain unique in the league, as they have yet to lose a one-goal game in regulation this season.

David Pastrnak delivered a thrilling power-play goal with just 2 seconds remaining in overtime, leading the Boston Bruins to a much-needed 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers, snapping a frustrating six-game losing streak. This was Pastrnak's second goal of the game, marking his impressive tally of six goals in the last five games, and he also contributed an assist to his team's efforts.

Alongside Pastrnak, Morgan Geekie also made a significant impact with a goal and an assist, while Jeremy Swayman showcased his skills with 39 saves. The Bruins, who had struggled offensively with four games scoring one goal or fewer in their last six outings, found their rhythm just in time.

Elias Lindholm's late goal secured a 4-1 victory for the Boston Bruins against the Washington Capitals. The Bruins managed to kill a five-minute penalty without conceding a shot, showcasing their defensive strength.

Charlie Coyle and Brad Marchand contributed significantly, with Coyle scoring and assisting in Lindholm's goal. Despite a goal from Jakub Vrana, the Capitals struggled offensively, recording a season-low 11 shots on goal.

The Boston Bruins concluded a challenging five-game road trip with a mixed bag of results, including a heavy loss and a couple of wins, but ultimately fell short in a tight overtime game against the Edmonton Oilers.

Goaltender Jeremy Swayman has struggled significantly, posting poor stats that could hinder the Bruins' playoff aspirations. Despite some offensive bright spots, the team ranks low in scoring and power play efficiency, indicating a need for improvement.

With a tough schedule ahead, the Bruins may need to consider calling up Matthew Poitras from the AHL to bolster their offense.