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Boston Bruins: 3 keys to winning Game 2 vs Washington Capitals

By Sam Minton

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 15: David Pastrnak #88 (L) and David Krejci #46 of the Boston Bruins speak during the second period against the Washington Capitals during Game One of the First Round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs May 15, 2021 at Capital One Arena on May 15, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 15: David Pastrnak #88 (L) and David Krejci #46 of the Boston Bruins speak during the second period against the Washington Capitals during Game One of the First Round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs May 15, 2021 at Capital One Arena on May 15, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) /
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Boston Bruins: 3 keys to winning Game 2 against Washington Capitals – No.2: Just put shots on net

It was a tough night for Boston’s offense as a whole. They were unable to take advantage of the opportunity that they were gifted.

While it might seem like a simple argument it’s one that Bruins fans are very familiar with. The team just did not shoot the puck enough in Game One.

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Boston should have outshot Washington as they had a goaltender who hadn’t played in a long time. There was some visible rust as Anderson gave up some juicy rebounds.

But the Caps outshot Boston 32-26. The fact that the B’s couldn’t even get 30 shots on net is upsetting to say the least.

No matter who is in net, the Bruins need to shoot more. It’s hard to score when you are looking for the perfect play. Sometimes the best solution is the simplest one, just shoot the puck. It’s part of the reason that they brought in Craig Smith.

If Boston manages to get more shots on net than Washington, the B’s have a good chance to tie up the series on Monday night.

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