Vegas, which already has the best start for a reigning champ with seven consecutive victories, is the closest to tying the record for the longest winning streak to start a season: 10 by the 1993-94 Toronto Maple Leafs and 2006-07 Buffalo Sabres.

Matthew Poitras and Trent Frederic score 56 seconds apart in the third period for the Bruins, who match the best start in franchise history.

Rookie Matthew Poitras, 19, gets the tying and go-ahead goals in the third period as Boston improves to 5-0.

The Bruins have nine games to either keep Matt Poitras or return him to the Ontario Hockey League.

David Pastrnak adds a goal on a penalty shot and Jeremy Swayman makes 34 saves as Boston holds on for a 3-2 win.

David Pastrnak scored twice to give the Boston Bruins a 3-1 victory over Chicago and spoil the first career NHL goal for Blackhawks rookie phenom Connor Bedard

McAvoy is healthy and ready to take on a bigger role as Boston gets younger.

Matthew Poitras, 19, led the Bruins in the preseason with three goals.