Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand, second from left, celebrates with defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) and right wing David Pastrnak (88) after scoring the winning goal as Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider (53) skates off during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) AP

DETROIT –- Brad Marchand scored with 8:30 remaining in the third period, and the Boston Bruins defeated the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday. Jeremy Swayman made 18 saves for the Bruins (10-9-2), who improved to 2-0-0 under interim coach Joe Sacco.

The Detroit Red Wings couldn't pull off another comeback, even with two extra skaters. Saturday against the Boston Bruins was a grind in a 2-1 loss.

Brad Marchand’s goal midway through the third period proved to be the winner and the Boston Bruins won their second straight game under interim coach Joe Sacco, beating the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 Saturday night.

The Boston Bruins will go with Jeremy Swayman as their starting goalie against the Detroit Red Wings tonight (Nov. 23).

Joe Sacco’s first game as Boston’s interim coach was a 1-0 win over Utah. Veteran forward Elias Lindholm scored the game’s lone goal, ending a 17-game drought that dates back to Oct. 12.

The Boston Bruins are back on the ice tonight (Nov. 23) to face off against the Detroit Red Wings. The Bruins will be looking to build off their solid 1-0 win over the Utah Hockey Club in their last game.

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After winning his first game as Bruins interim coach, Joe Sacco and his team will aim for two straight victories when Boston visits Detroit on Saturday night.