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Peeke logged a shorthanded assist, three shots on goal, two hits and two blocked shots in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Sabres in Game 4.

Peeke's gritty style is made for the postseason, though this was his first point in four contests against the Sabres in the first round. He's added six hits, six blocked shots, 14 PIM and a plus-2 rating. The defenseman is in the postseason for the second time in his career -- he was held off the scoresheet in six appearances during the Bruins' 2024 playoff run. He had 14 points, 105 hits, 135 blocks and 82 shots on net over 77 regular-season outings this year.

Kuraly scored a shorthanded goal on two shots, added four hits and blocked two shots in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Sabres in Game 4.

The tally came at 19:20 of the third period, breaking up Alex Lyon's shutout bid. Kuraly has two goals and five assists over his last six games. That includes two points, three shots on net, five hits and three blocked shots over four playoff outings from a fourth-line role. In previous postseason runs, Kuraly has picked up 19 points over 57 appearances, all with the Bruins. The 33-year-old has been steady lately, but the Bruins will need their best players to step up in Tuesday's Game 5 if they're to avoid elimination.

Malenstyn scored a goal, doled out four hits and blocked four shots in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Bruins in Game 4.

Malenstyn ended an eight-game goal drought with this tally. The 28-year-old forward has earned two points, three shots on net, 15 hits, five blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating over four playoff contests this year. He's in the playoffs for the second time in his career -- he went scoreless over four appearances for the Capitals in the 2024 postseason.

Benson scored a goal on three shots, added two PIM, logged two hits and went plus-2 in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Bruins in Game 4.

Benson had the third goal in a span of 4:58 early in the third period as the Sabres established a quick lead. This was his first career playoff point. He's added eight shots on net, six hits, 16 PIM and a plus-1 rating over four outings in this first-round series against the Bruins. The 20-year-old could get more minutes if Jason Zucker (undisclosed) misses Tuesday's Game 5 after leaving Sunday's contest early.

Guhle logged an assist, 11 hits and two blocked shots in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Lightning in Game 4.

Guhle picked up his first career playoff point when he set up a Zachary Bolduc tally in the second period. The 24-year-old took some games off late in the regular season for maintenance, but he's handled a top-four role, including some heavier minutes due to the first three games of this series going to overtime. In four contests against the Lightning, Guhle has added four shots on net, 21 hits, nine blocked shots, six PIM and a minus-3 rating.

Bolduc scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Lightning in Game 4.

Bolduc opened the scoring midway through the second period. The 23-year-old has collected three points, seven shots on net, nine hits and a plus-4 rating over four playoff contests despite primarily playing in a bottom-six role. The Canadiens will need their depth players to bolster the top line if they're going to keep pace with an experienced Lightning roster. Bolduc is in the playoffs for the second time in his career -- he earned one assist over seven outings with the Blues in the 2025 postseason.

Caufield scored a power-play goal on two shots in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Lightning in Game 4.

The tally was Caufield's first of the postseason. He's added three assists, six shots on net, eight hits and a minus-5 rating over four playoff contests this year, as all of his offense has come with the man advantage. The winger is in his third playoff run, having earned 16 points across 25 outings in his previous two experiences in the postseason.

Dobes allowed three goals on 20 shots in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Lightning in Game 4.

Dobes wasn't able to fend off the Lightning's comeback effort, as Jake Guentzel scored late in the second period and Brandon Hagel tallied twice in the third. This was the first game decided in regulation in this first-round series. Dobes has allowed 11 goals on 94 shots (.883 save percentage) so far against the Lightning. He's been backed up by Jacob Fowler, but it's unclear if the Canadiens are considering a change between the pipes yet. Game 5 is on the road in Tampa on Wednesday.

Moser logged two assists and three blocked shots in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Canadiens in Game 4.

Moser set up Jake Guentzel's goal late in the second period and had a hand in Brandon Hagel's go-ahead tally in the third. With a goal and two assists over four games in this first-round series, the 26-year-old Moser has offered a little depth scoring from the blue line. He's also maintained his shutdown role with a plus-2 rating, nine blocked shots and six hits. This is his second year in the postseason -- he was held off the scoresheet in all five playoff outings he made in 2025.

Kucherov notched two assists, three shots on goal and two PIM in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Canadiens in Game 4.

Kucherov's opened the playoffs on a four-game streak, accumulating a goal and five helpers. He's earned four of his assists on the power play this postseason. Kucherov set up both of Brandon Hagel's third-period tallies in this contest to help the Lightning pull off a comeback win. Expect Kucherov to continue shining as a playmaker as the Lightning look to keep battling in this tough first-round matchup.