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Aho breaks the deadlock late to back the Hurricanes’ tough victory over the Bruins

The Canes' superstar pushes the group ahead late in the third and helps Kochetkov earn his eighth straight victory as the team returns to Raleigh with a win.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 3:53 AM
Aho breaks the deadlock late to back the Hurricanes’ tough victory over the Bruins
Key Things to Know
  • Sebastian Aho scored late in the third period to secure a 2-1 Hurricanes win over Boston.
  • Carolina defeated the Boston Bruins 2-1 at the Lenovo Center.
  • Pyotr Kochetkov made 14 straight saves to improve to 8-0-0 and tie a franchise record.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sebastian Aho scored a late third-period goal to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins at the Lenovo Center. Boston opened the scoring early in the first period with a power-play goal by Pavel Zacha, before Jackson Blake tied the game in the final minute of the frame.

Goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov stopped 14 consecutive shots after allowing the opening goal, improving to an 8-0-0 record to tie the franchise record for the best season start. Carolina successfully weathered two late penalties against Boston's power play and extra attacker to secure the win.

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