Raleigh, N.C. — Sebastian Aho scored the game-winning goal in the third period as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Tuesday night at the PNC Arena.

Aho’s eighth goal of the season came on a breakaway midway through the final period, securing the victory for the Hurricanes, who have been on a strong run of form. The loss ended a streak for Boston, which had earned points in eight consecutive games and entered the contest with a 9-3-1 record.

The matchup featured a physical opening period that reflected the stature and intensity of two of the Atlantic Division’s leading teams. Heavyweights Tanner Jeannot of Carolina and Boston’s Nicolas Deslauriers reignited their ongoing rivalry with a fight late in the first, energizing the crowd and underscoring the game’s physical tone.

Boston struck first just 1:31 into the opening frame on a power-play goal. Pavel Zacha finished off a sequence after a backhand pass from David Pastrnak found Elias Lindholm, who quickly turned to score. The Bruins maintained the lead for much of the game before Carolina rallied in the third.

The Hurricanes’ victory marked a significant moment for the home team, which had faced adversity after falling behind early. Their ability to overcome the deficit and secure the win highlighted their resilience and continued strong performance this season.

With the win, Carolina improved its standing while the Bruins faced a rare setback after a string of positive results. Both teams will look to build on their respective performances as the NHL season progresses.