David Pastrnak admits ‘it’s getting harder’ nearing 30 after Bruins’ playoff exit

The Boston Bruins saw their 2026 NHL playoff run end with a flat 4-1 Game 6 loss to the Buffalo Sabres , and the tone afterward matched the result. David Pastrnak did not soften the moment. Speaking to the media after the game, Pastrnak said, “Of course, it’s disappointing.

” Buffalo controlled the elimination game early, building a 2-0 first-period lead and never giving Boston space to recover. Pastrnak briefly cut the deficit, but the Bruins generated little sustained offense against Alex Lyon. The numbers tell the same story.

Boston scored just five goals over the final four games and lost all three home games in the series. MORE: Connor McDavid rips Oilers’ calling ‘average team with high expectations’ after playoff exit Pastrnak still led the Bruins with seven points in six games, but his minus-seven rating underlined a wider issue. Boston leaned heavily on one offensive driver without enough secondary push.

That imbalance showed up clearly once playoff hockey tightened. Bruins’ aging core meets rising urgency Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) talks with right wing David Pastrnak (88) at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images Pastrnak’s comments reflect a shift inside the room.