The officials disagreed. The Canucks got a goal, the game’s only one until Garland’s empty netter. The Bruins were assessed a delay of game penalty and never produced a tying goal.

It was DeBrusk’s first game against Boston after spending the first seven seasons of his career with the Bruins, who selected him with the No. 14 pick of the 2015 NHL Draft. The 28-year-old forward signed a seven-year contract with Vancouver as a free agent on July 1.

The story of this game was Lankinen, who stood on his head in the victory. He made highlight reel saves and helped Vancouver capture their 11th win of the season despite being outshot 32-15. After some tough games earlier this month, it looks like Lankinen is returning to his early-season form, as he was unbeatable tonight in Boston.

DeBrusk didn’t record his first goal with Vancouver until his 10th game in a blue sweater. Since then, he’s scored six goals in his last 11 contests.

DeBrusk gave Vancouver a 1-0 lead at 5:53 of the second period on a power play, sweeping in the rebound in front of the net after Garland deflected a shot by Quinn Hughes. The Bruins had three power-play opportunities down the stretch with a chance to tie the game, but failed to get past Lankinen.

Jake DeBrusk scored a power-play goal in his return to Boston, and Kevin Lankinen made 32 saves as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Bruins 2-0

Following the game, DeBrusk spoke with reporters, including Conor Ryan, about his experience playing against his former club. While doing so, he revealed that one of his former teammates humorously chirped him during the matchup.

Jake DeBrusk made his triumphant return to Boston for the first time since signing with the Vancouver Canucks and he did not disappoint. Not only did DeBrusk score a goal, but he scored the game-winner and the Canucks won 2-0.