Dawson Mercer scored two goals during a dominant second period for the New Jersey Devils, leading them to a 5-1 victory over the Boston Bruins. Nico Hischier contributed with a goal and two assists, while Dougie Hamilton and Stefan Noesen added goals for New Jersey. Timo Meier also made his mark with two assists, helping the Devils end a four-game losing streak. Bruins’ Morgan Geekie scored their lone goal, while Jeremy Swayman faced 25 shots before being substituted. In another matchup, Adam Fantilli scored a hat trick for the Columbus Blue Jackets in a 5-1 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs.