David Pastrnak Experienced Eye-Opener Before Winner Vs. Kings

For many Bruins fans, it probably feels like just yesterday that David Pastrnak was the new kid on the block at TD Garden.

Now in his 11th NHL season, Pastrnak is an elder statesman on Boston’s roster. The 28-year-old still is very much in his prime, but he had a moment Saturday afternoon when he was reminded of his seasoned status.

“I went ‘Oh my god I’m on the ice with these kids,'” Pastrnak told reporters of his overtime shift against the Los Angeles Kings, per 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Ty Anderson.

The “kids” Pastrnak referred to were Mason Lohrei and Matthew Poitras, who assisted on the superstar’s sudden-death goal that sealed a 2-1 win for Boston. Both Lohrei and Poitras are under 24 years old, but they will be integral pieces to the Bruins’ 2024-25 season. While Boston will largely lean on its upper-echelon players like Pastrnak, Brad Marchand and Charlie McAvoy, Lohrei and Poitras can complement those vets on a nightly basis with their speed and high energy.

Pastrnak certainly benefited from those assets in Boston’s second win of the season. The Bruins will try to make it three in a row Monday when they host the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers at TD Garden.

NESN’s complete coverage of the Atlantic Division tilt will begin at noon ET.