5 unsung Bruins players who have played a key role in team’s 12-4-1 start

Boston.com's Conor Ryan highlights five under-the-radar players who have powered the Boston Bruins to a 12-4-1 start under head coach Marco Sturm. Following a 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins that featured goals from all four lines, Ryan emphasizes that Boston's improved roster depth has provided crucial support alongside core stars David Pastrnak, Charlie McAvoy, and Jeremy Swayman.

Ryan identifies defenseman Will Borgen, winger Casey Mittelstadt, forward Mark Kastelic, backup goaltender Michael DiPietro, and blueliner Hampus Lindholm as key unsung contributors. DiPietro holds a 4-0-0 record with a .931 save percentage, while Borgen and Lindholm have driven dominant 5-on-5 goal differentials to solidify Boston's improved defensive performance.