In a highly anticipated matchup to kick off their playoff series, the Buffalo Sabres took on the Boston Bruins in Game 1 of their NHL postseason battle. The Bruins emerged victorious, with a thrilling 4-2 win at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo. The Sabres' star player, Tage Thompson, notched a goal and an assist, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bruins' strong team effort. As the series shifts to Boston for Game 2, the Sabres will look to bounce back and even the score, but the Bruins will be eager to maintain their momentum and take a commanding 2-0 lead in the series.