Redemption goal for David Pastrnak saves Bruins' season, delays Sabres celebration
The superstar had a chance to redeem himself.
Redemption goal for David Pastrnak saves Bruins' season, delays Sabres celebration originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . David Pastrnak had a chance at redemption.
In the moment, the Boston Bruins ' superstar likely didn't have time to think about Game 1, when if he had just put away a breakaway chance, the Buffalo Sabres may never have staged their dramatic rally, and this series may have been so different. But there Pastrnak was Tuesday night back in Buffalo, overtime of Game 5, the Bruins on the brink of elimination. And this time, he crossed left, then got back to his forehand to slide the puck past Sabres goalie Alex Lyon.
Bruins 2, Sabres 1, series still alive for Boston. Buffalo had been seeking to close out its first playoff series win since 2007, and will still be seeking that at least until later this week. For now, the Bruins have ensured another game of hockey this season.
The Sabres lead the series 3-2, but Boston has life, provided by its top goal scorer: Pastrnak, 2-1 OTW #LetsGoBuffalo #NHLBruins pic. twitter. com/qONRHAKROG ā Buffalo Hockey Moments (@SabresPlays) April 29, 2026 Pastrnak's goal was only possible because of the Bruins' other leader, Jeremy Swayman.