Bruins explode for 5-goal 1st period vs. Canes

The red-hot Boston Bruins came ready to play on Saturday night, pouring in five goals in the opening frame versus the Carolina Hurricanes.

Boston's assault only required eight shots, forcing starter Cam Ward from the visitor's net after two goals against in the first 5:43 of the contest.

Patrice Bergeron led the charge, netting two goals and one assist, while Riley Nash, David Pastrnak, and Jake DeBrusk also found the back of the net.

The Bruins went on to claim a 7-1 victory.