Hurricanes Secure 50th Win, Top Bruins 4-1, Tightening Eastern Conference Race

With a spectacular lacrosse-style goal by Andrei Svechnikov, the Carolina Hurricanes clinched their 50th season win, moving within three points of the New York Rangers for the top spot in the Eastern Conference.

Andrei Svechnikov's lacrosse-style goal highlighted a 4-1 victory over the Boston Bruins, marking the Carolina Hurricanes' third consecutive win.
The win pulls the Hurricanes within three points of the New York Rangers for the lead in the Metropolitan Division and Eastern Conference standings.
Jake Guentzel and Seth Jarvis also scored for the Hurricanes, with Jarvis sealing the win with a short-handed goal in the final period.
Despite the loss, the Boston Bruins maintain their lead in the Atlantic Division, with a record of 46-18-15 and three games remaining.
The Hurricanes have now taken the season series against the Bruins, showcasing strong performances on Boston's home ice.