The Boston Bruins take on the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome this Tuesday. The puck drop is scheduled to take place at 09:00 PM EST.
The Bruins (16-13-3) have bounced back from their two consecutive losses as they come into this game on the back of a win over the Vancouver Canucks while the Flames (15-11-5) aim to continue their good run of form as they have won two of their last three games including the impressive 3-0 win over the Florida Panthers.
Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames game info
- Date: Tuesday, Dec. 17
- Time: 09:00 p.m. ET
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledom, Calgary
- TV Broadcast: SNW, SN1, NESN
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Boston Bruins game preview
The Bruins found themselves in a difficult position as their last two defeats were devastating for the side. They had conceded 13 goals in those two games as they look to have bounced back from it with an impressive 5-1 win away at the Canucks.
Boston Bruins injuries
Hampus Lindholm is currently sidelined for the Bruins due to his ongoing injury concerns. The return date for the player is yet to be determined.
Calgary Flames game preview
The Flames were on fire in their latest outing as they defeated the defending Stanley Cup champions 3-0 at home. The Flames benefitted from the impressive performances by Mikael Backlund, who scored a goal and assisted one in the game as they aim to continue their winning run.
Calgary Flames injuries
Dan Vladar, Andrei Kuzmenko and Justin Kirkland are all currently injured for the Flames. All three players are likely to miss out on their upcoming home game against the Bruins.
Bruins and Flames key players
Winger David Pastrnak continues to lead the points scoring charts for the Bruins as he has scored 32 points since the start of the campaign. Pastrnak has scored 11 goals and provided 21 assists in the first 32 games of this season.
Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri have scored 41 points between them as they aim to step their attacking game up heading into the festive season. The two players have scored 11 goals apiece as they wish to keep improving that number heading forward.