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The Bruins will head back to Buffalo and try to avoid elimination in Game 5 of their first-round series.
After a four-goal performance in Game 2, Boston scored just two combined goals in Games 3 and 4. Alex Lyon has been solid between the pipes for Buffalo, totaling 47 saves in the Sabres’ two road wins.
Now, with their backs against the wall, the Bruins are hoping to become the first team since 2023 to climb out of a 3-1 hole and win a playoff series. The last team to accomplish that feat? Florida overcame that deficit to knock Boston out of the postseason three years ago.
Here is everything you need to know about Bruins vs. Sabres, including TV and streaming options for Game 5 of the first-round series.
How to watch Bruins vs. Sabres Game 5: TV channel, live stream
Bruins vs. Sabres will air locally on NESN. Game 5 will also be available to stream on NESN 360 and fubo.
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Bruins vs. Sabres Game 5 start time
- Date: Tuesday, April 28
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bruins vs. Sabres is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 28. Game 5 will be played at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y.
Bruins vs. Sabres schedule: Buffalo leads 3-1
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Game 1: Sabres 4, Bruins 3 | — | — |
| April 21 | Game 2: Bruins 4, Sabres 2 | — | — |
| April 23 | Game 3: Sabres 3, Bruins 1 | — | — |
| April 26 | Game 4: Sabres 6, Bruins 1 | — | — |
| April 28 | Game 5: Bruins vs. Sabres | 7:30 p.m. | NESN, NESN 360, fubo |
| May 1 | Game 6*: Sabres vs. Bruins | TBD | TBD |
| May 3 | Game 7*: Bruins vs. Sabres | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary
NHL Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NHL Playoffs:
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Second round begins | May 2* |
| Conference finals begin | May 17* |
| Stanley Cup Final begins | June 3* |
| Last possible day for Game 7 | June 21 |
*Can move up depending on earlier series
