Sabres to face Bruins in Round 1 of the playoffs
BUFFALO, N. Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Sabres will go up against one of their oldest rivals in their long-awaited return to the postseason.
The Sabres will face the Boston Bruins in the opening round of the playoffs. The first-round matchup became official after Boston’s win over New Jersey on Tuesday night. Round 1 is locked in ⚔️ See you soon, @NHLBruins .
Matchup and official ticket marketplace info from @Ticketmaster → https://t. co/SUx4MiZRuF pic. twitter.
com/obxSFEQQh9 — y – Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) April 15, 2026 It will be the ninth playoff series all-time between the two teams, and the first since 2010. Latest Sports News Sabres to face Bruins in Round 1 of the playoffs 30 prospects in 30 days: Safety Lorenzo Styles Jr. Sabres launch online shop ahead of Stanley Cup playoffs Sabres social media admin hilariously calls out naysayers on eve of playoff run Sabres claim division title with 50th victory of season *** Mark Ludwiczak joined the News 4 team in 2024.
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