| Scoring | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUF | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| BOS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Sabres, First Round Game 4, beat Bruins 6–1 at TD Garden on April 26, 2026.
In a high-stakes elimination game, the Buffalo Sabres dominated the Boston Bruins with a decisive 6-1 victory in Game 4, taking a commanding 3-1 lead in this first-round playoff series. After this result, the Sabres are one win away from clinching the series, while the pressure mounts on the Bruins as they aim to stave off elimination.
The game turned dramatically early on, with the Sabres striking four times in the first period. Peyton Krebs kicked off the scoring just over four minutes in, followed by Josh Doan and Zach Benson, who quickly put Boston in a deep hole. By the time Bowen Byram scored the fourth goal at 14:24 of the first frame, the Bruins were reeling. The Sabres established a commanding 4-0 lead before the Bruins had a chance to answer, solidifying Buffalo's control of the game and the series.
The Sabres showcased an impressive team performance, with multiple players contributing to the offensive outburst. Peyton Krebs was particularly effective, not only scoring the first goal but also assisting on Alex Tuch's later marker. Tuch himself found the back of the net, as did Josh Doan and Bowen Byram, each playing a pivotal role in the Sabres' scoring spree.
Despite the Bruins' efforts to turn the tables, they only managed to score one goal from Sean Kuraly late in the game. With 24 shots on goal but unable to penetrate Buffalo’s defense or capitalize on power plays, it was a frustrating outing for Boston. The physical battle was evident as both teams racked up hits, but ultimately, the Sabres’ skill and execution shone through.
With the Sabres just a win away from victory, the pressure is squarely on the Bruins, who must regroup for Game 5 to avoid elimination. The next game will be crucial as the Bruins look to leverage their experience to fight back in this tough series. The stage is set for an intense matchup as both teams prepare for what promises to be a must-watch Game 5.
Sabres won 6–1.
The final score was Sabres 6, Bruins 1.
Alex Tuch, Beck Malenstyn, Bowen Byram, Josh Doan, Peyton Krebs, Zach Benson.
Sean Kuraly.
Alex Lyon made 23 saves on 24 shots (.958 save percentage).
Jeremy Swayman made 23 saves on 29 shots (.793 save percentage).
At TD Garden in Boston, the Bruins home rink.
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