Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins

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The Sabres have been a scoring machine all season, boasting a 46-4-8 record when hitting the three-goal mark. Their ability to generate offense is backed by Rasmus Dahlin’s playmaking prowess, and they’ve averaged 3.4 goals over the last 10 games despite some key injuries. Meanwhile, the Bruins aren’t shy about opening the floodgates either. Morgan Geekie leads Boston’s attack, and the team’s aggressive style results in nearly 12 penalty minutes per game, handing Buffalo prime power-play opportunities.

Despite Boston’s recent dip in goal production, the intensity of a playoff series and the Sabres’ offensive firepower should ignite a high-scoring affair. The last few meetings have seen solid scoring, and with Boston’s defense stretched by penalties and Buffalo’s knack for capitalizing on chances, the total is primed to soar over six goals. This isn’t just a shootout risk — it’s a near certainty in a series where both teams are desperate to seize momentum.