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Boston Bruins’ James van Riemsdyk Ends Scoring Drought in Crucial Game Against Toronto Maple Leafs
The Boston Bruins‘ James van Riemsdyk finally found the back of the net in a pivotal Game 4 against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. The winger’s goal came at 15:09 of the first period, providing a much-needed spark for the Bruins in their 3-1 victory.
Van Riemsdyk’s scoring drought had extended back to February 17 when he last scored against the Kings. Since then, the winger had been struggling to find the scoresheet, with his last point coming on March 2 versus the Islanders.
Typically slotted in the bottom-six spot in the lineup, van Riemsdyk’s contributions were crucial in Game 4 as the Bruins looked to secure a crucial win. Despite limited playing time, he managed to make a significant impact with his goal.
Throughout the regular season, van Riemsdyk recorded 11 goals and 27 assists in 71 appearances, demonstrating his ability to chip in offensively when called upon. With 142 shots on net and a plus-7 rating, his performance during the regular season solidified his role within the team.