The Boston Bruins made history with their thrilling Game 7 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs to advance to the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was a hard-fought battle for the Bruins, who held a commanding 3-1 series lead before the Leafs staged a comeback by winning Games 5 and 6 to force a decisive Game 7.
The Bruins’ stunning overtime win marked their fourth Game 7 triumph over the Leafs in first-round playoff matchups this century. They previously won in Games 7 in 2013, 2018, and 2019, showcasing their ability to come through in clutch situations.
With this victory, the Bruins now have an impressive total of 16 Game 7 wins in their storied history, surpassing their longtime rivals, the Montreal Canadiens, for the most all-time. This was a record that had stood since the early days of hockey. The Bruins also set a new record as they have participated in a staggering total of 31 Game 7s as a franchise. The Leafs come in second with just under half that amount at only 27 Game
