BOSTON — The Boston Bruins edged the Los Angeles Kings in a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory at TD Garden on Saturday, with David Pastrnak scoring the game-winning goal with just 1:53 left in the extra period.

The electric atmosphere at the TD Garden was palpable as the Bruins and Kings clashed in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams had been on hot streaks, with the Bruins boasting an impressive 8-2 record in their last 10 games and the Kings looking to continue their own winning ways.

The game started off with a flurry of activity, as both teams created scoring chances but neither was able to find the back of the net. Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark and Kings netminder Darcy Kuemper were on point, stopping every shot that came their way to keep the game scoreless.

Just when it seemed like the first period would end in a stalemate, the Bruins' Mason Lohrei ignited the spark that would lead to the first goal. Lohrei took control of the puck near the blue line, dodging defenders with ease as he surged into the zone. With precise speed, Lohrei sent a beautifully weighted pass to David Pastrnak, who found the perfect position in front of the net to unleash a thrilling one-timer that sailed past the helpless Kuemper.

Unfortunately for the Bruins, their lead didn't last long. Just minutes into the second period, the Kings equalized through an impressive display of teamwork. Forwards Quintin Byfield and Adrian Kempe built up the play, circulating the puck masterfully as they exploited weaknesses in the Bruins' defense. Kempe's precision pass eventually found its way to Byfield, who easily slotted the puck past Ullmark to level the score at 1-1.

As the third period came to a close, both teams began to feel the weight of fatigue. A scoreless period left the contest knotted at 1-1, pushing it to overtime. The TD Garden crowd, filled with anxious Bruins fans, was on the edge of their seats as Pastrnak stepped onto the ice for the crucial extra frame.

And what followed would etch itself into Bruins history. With the clock ticking away, Pastrnak found himself the recipient of yet another creative Mason Lohrei pass. Pastrnak let the pass settle, expertly using his backhand to control the puck before shifting it to his forehand, unleashing a ripper of a shot that slipped under Kuemper's glove and into the back of the net. TD Garden erupted in cheers as Pastrnak celebrated his overtime winner with a signature big smile and his mates swarmed him in triumph.

According to Bruins' head coach Jim Montgomery, 'David Pastrnak is just incredible. That kid has a gift – it's magic.' Pastrnak has consistently showcased his clutch abilities this season, but the stunning fashion with which he claimed the game for the Bruins has cemented his legendary status among Boston fans. The Bruins bounced back from a three-game skid last week and is on pace for securing a commanding lead in their division.