The Bruins defeated the Panthers 8-0 on Friday night to move atop the standings in the Eastern Conference. Brad Marchand had his first career hat trick and a career-high five points to lead Boston. The Bruins won their sixth consecutive game and their most lopsided win of the season. Boston has won 20 of its last 23 games. "Everyone's playing the same level as last year," Marchand said. "We need to keep it going the whole year. That's the goal right now."