As of April 27, 2026, the Boston Bruins are down 3-1 in their playoff series against the Buffalo Sabres after losing Game 4. The series, part of the NHL playoffs, has seen the Sabres take a commanding lead.
Game 4, played on April 26, 2026, ended with a 4-2 victory for the Sabres, according to verified NHL reports. The Bruins now face elimination in Game 5, scheduled for April 29, 2026, in Buffalo.
Key players for the Sabres included Tage Thompson, who scored two goals, and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who made 32 saves. For the Bruins, David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand each had a goal in the loss.
The Bruins have struggled to contain the Sabres' offense, which has averaged 3.5 goals per game in the series. Boston's defense has allowed 14 goals over four games.
Game 5 is set for April 29, 2026, at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, with a 7:00 PM ET start. The Bruins need a win to extend the series.
