What milestone did David Pastrnak reach? A detailed look at landmarks achieved by Bruins star against Hurricanes

David Pastrnak is enjoying a career-high season with the Boston Bruins. During a game against the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday, March 26, the 26-year-old netted two goals to take his season's goal tally to 51.

The two points on the night helped Pastrnak take his career points tally to 601. With this feat, he became the third-fastest player in the history of the Bruins to achieve the 600-point mark, which he did in 583 games.

Bobby Orr (461 games) and Ray Bourque (569 games) were the only players to reach the 600-point mark in fewer games for the Boston Bruins.

But that's not all. David Pastrnak also became the sixth player for the Bruins to score 50 goals in a single season. With this remarkable achievement, Pastrnak joins the Bruins elite with the likes of Phil Esposito, Cam Neely, Ken Hodge, Rick Middleton and Johnny Bucyk.

Making matters even better, the Bruins beat the Hurricanes 4-3.

David Pastrnak helped the Boston Bruins clinch the Atlantic Division

David Pastrnak is having an incredible season with the Boston Bruins. Pastrnak has been a tremendously valuable player for the franchise and his contributions have been truly impressive. The 26-year-old has played in 71 games and has accumulated 97 points, totaling 51 goals and 46 assists.

David Pastrnak in action during a game between Boston Bruins and Winnipeg Jets

Since the start of the 2022-23 NHL season, the Bruins have maintained a high level of consistency. The team clinched the Atlantic Division title and also became the fastest to reach 50 wins in a season.

The Bruins were the first team this season to qualify for the playoffs and hopes are high in Boston. Fans are hopeful (borderline desperate) for Stanley Cup success. The club have not lifted the Cup since 2011, however, they are heavy favorites to lift it this time.

Boston are 57-11-5 and on pace to achieve the record for the most wins by a team in a single season. That record is currently shared by the Detroit Red Wings and Tampa Bay Lightning with 62 wins.