Jeremy Swayman, the rookie goalie for the Boston Bruins, celebrated his father's birthday in the best way possible - with a win. He made 28 saves in the 2-1 victory against the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. Swayman's birthday wish to his father and a crucial save in the final seconds sealed the Bruins' win and forced a Game 6 against the Panthers.
Jeremy Swayman Celebrates Father's Birthday with Game-Winning Performance
Boston Bruins rookie goalie Jeremy Swayman put in a stellar performance on Tuesday night, leading his team to a 2-1 victory against the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Second Round. The win forced a Game 6 in the series and was made even more special as it came on his father's birthday.
Swayman made 28 saves throughout the game, including a crucial stop in the final seconds that sealed the Bruins' victory. His standout performance earned him praise from Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy, who called him "a calm and collected goalie" who "hasn't looked back since he got his chance."
In a touching moment after the game, Swayman dedicated the win to his father, saying, "My dad's birthday is today, so this one's for him."
With the win, the Bruins are now just one game away from advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. Swayman's performance has been a major factor in the team's success, and he will likely be a key player in Game 6.
Background
Jeremy Swayman is a 23-year-old American goaltender who was drafted by the Bruins in the fourth round of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut in January 2021 and has quickly become a reliable option in net for Boston.
In the playoffs, Swayman has started all five games for the Bruins and has a 4-1 record with a 1.81 GAA and a .947 save percentage. He has been a key factor in the team's success, and his performance has drawn comparisons to Bruins legend Tim Thomas.
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Jeremy Swayman dedicated his Game 5 win to his father, whose birthday it was.
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