Bruins vs. Sabres Score, Live Updates, Highlights From Game 3 of NHL Playoffs Series

Bruins vs. Sabres Score, Live Updates, Highlights From Game 3 of NHL Playoffs Series originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

>The Boston Bruins return to TD Garden for a pivotal Game 3 against the Buffalo Sabres.

>The Bruins enter Game 3 with significant momentum following their 4-2 victory on Tuesday. Viktor Arvidsson was the catalyst in Game 2, netting two goals, including a third-period insurance marker just 16 seconds into the frame. Morgan Geekie contributed one of the most talked-about goals of the postseason—a backhand flip from center ice that hopped over Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen—while Pavel Zacha rounded out the scoring on the power play.

>Thursday night's matchup represents a massive opportunity for Boston to take its first lead of the series with the energy of a raucous TD Garden. Expect a high-intensity battle as the Sabres attempt to reclaim home-ice advantage in what has quickly become a physical and unpredictable first-round clash.

>Follow along right here for the latest updates and highlights from Game 3 between the Bruins and Sabres.

Bruins vs. Sabres score123FBruins0101Sabres0112Click here for the complete Bruins vs. Sabres box score.

Bruins vs. Sabres live updates, highlights from Game 39:30 p.m.: The Bruins are going to have another power play. It's Thompson now going on a tripping call.

>Now, both teams have had four man advantages. Let's see if Boston can score its first power play goal today.

>9:29 p.m.: Besides an opportunity from Pastrnak where Lyon makes a short-side save, the Bruins are quiet on the power play.

>There's 6:30 remaining.

>9:25 p.m.: The Bruins will have a chance to level it up on the power play.

>The penalty is on the captain Dahlin, who is heading to the box for interference. Boston needs one of their big-guns to come up here.

>9:22 p.m.: With 9:26 remaining in the third, the Sabres lead 2-1.

>Boston only has 19 shots in the game and needs to press for the equalizer.

>9:18 p.m.: Buffalo had a chance to double the lead, with Jordan Greenway ringing a shot off the post. But, it stays 2-1 as we approach the halfway point.

Sabres 2, Bruins 19:12 p.m. GOAL: The Sabres have their first lead in Game 3.

>After a puck battle near the blue line, Alex Tuch comes out with it and rips one over Swayman's left shoulder. The Boston goaltender had no chance.

SABRES TAKE THE LEAD WITH THIS TUCH SNIPE!!!🔥🚨 pic.twitter.com/5QwQnT3JlU

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) April 24, 2026It's Tuch's second goal of the postseason, and it gives the Sabres a 2-1 lead.

>9:09 p.m.: The Bruins have been active to start the third, with multiple chances in the first two minutes. But, Lyon has stood tall.

>9:07 p.m.: The puck has dropped in the third period, and it's time to decide Game 3.

End of the second period, Bruins 1, Sabres 18:48 p.m.: The Sabres continued to push in the second period after scoring the equalizer, but Swayman and the Bruins defense kept them out. With it, it's 1-1 heading to the third period.

>Jeannot and Byram each scored in the second, and for the first time this series it's all tied heading to the third in a pivotal Game 3.

>20 minutes (or maybe more) will decide this one.

>8:38 p.m.: Buffalo is now 0-for-4 on the man advantage in Boston.

>The Sabres have had seven shots in those eight minutes but nothing to show for it.

>8:33 p.m.: Now, the Sabres will go to the power play, with Jeannot going to the box on a high sticking penalty.

>Just like that, Buffalo has the momentum.

Bruins 1, Sabres 18:32 p.m. GOAL: The Sabres have tied the game.

>It's Bowen Byram, who one-times a pass from Ostlund underneath the pad of Swayman and the game is level.

SABRES ARE ON THE BOARD AT THE HALFWAY MARK TO TIE IT 🔥🚨 pic.twitter.com/jN62hcBpMP

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) April 24, 20268:30 p.m.: Arvidsson can't get it done, missing the net on the penalty shot.

>It stays 1-0.

>8:29 p.m.: Arvidsson is going to have a penalty shot after getting slashed.

>It's a prime opportunity to go up 2-0.

>8:26 p.m.: It's another kill for the Bruins, who now have three tonight.

Jeremy "Brick Wall" Swayman at it again pic.twitter.com/WwZOjgFzA8

— NESN (@NESN) April 24, 2026With 11:07, Swayman and the Boston defense continue to impress.

>8:23 p.m.: Buffalo is back on the power play, and in the first 30 seconds there's a scramble in front. But, Swayman covers it up.

>8:17 p.m.: Six minutes in and Swayman has been busy since the Bruins opened the scoring. Though, he's made every save as play's been dominated in the Boston zone.

Bruins 1, Sabres 08:12 p.m. GOAL: The Boston Bruins have opened the scoring.

>It's Tanner Jeannot, who gets a hold of a puck and rips it by Lyon on the first shot he sees this period. For the thirs straight game, Boston strikes first.

TANNER JEANNOT RIPS IT HOME, 1-0 B'S TO START THE SECOND!!! 🔥🚨 pic.twitter.com/JiN4PY72JX

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) April 24, 2026It gives the Bruins the lead at TD Garden.

>8:11 p.m.: Neither team has registered a shot three minutes into the second, as both have struggled to get through the neutral zone.

>8:06 p.m.: It's time for the second period, with both the Bruins and Sabres looking to take the lead.

>Shots were 13-9 in the first in favor of Buffalo. Neither team could convert on their power play chances.

>Will it be the home side Bruins or Sabres who break the deadlock?

End of the first period: Bruins 0, Sabres 07:49 p.m.: At the end of an eventful first period, the score is 0-0.

>Swayman and Lyons were the undisputed stars of the period, making 14 and nine saves respectively, to keep the teams off the board. For the second time this series, it's a scoreless opening frame.

>Each team will look to break the deadlock in the second.

>7:46 p.m.: The Bruins kill the power play, and both teams are 0-for-2 on the night.

>Buffalo spent the majority of the time in the offensive zone, and Swayman made five saves to keep the game scoreless.

>7:44 p.m.: With 3:31 remaining, the Sabres will now have their second power play.

>It's Nikita Zadorov who is called for a tripping penalty.

>7:40 p.m.: The Bruins are now 0-for-2 on the power play, with the best opportunities coming on the first one.

>It's been an exciting game so far. Just over 17 minutes in, shots are 9-8 in favor of Buffalo. Both goaltenders have made big saves.

>7:38 p.m.: Now, the Bruins will have another power play, with Peyton Krebs going to the box for roughing.

>7:35 p.m.: Though the Bruins had chances, they couldn't break through on the power play.

>Now, both teams are 0-for-1 tonight.

>7:34 p.m.: Lyon has kept the Bruins off the board with two incredible saves. The second one, with the puck in the blue paint, Lyon's right pad kept the puck out.

>7:31 p.m.: Now, the Bruins will go to the power play. Pastrnak got dragged down, and with the extra skater down Boston gets a few chances, most notably Zacha getting a one-timer to Lyon's left but it's saved.

>Out of the commercial, Boston will be on the man advantage for the first time tonight.

>7:28 p.m.: Past the halfway point in the first period and the score remains 0-0. Buffalo is still looking for its first goal in the opening frame this series.

>Shots are 6-2 in favor of the Sabres.

>7:26 p.m.: With the power play coming to a close, Swayman makes a save with his glove on Doan. Shortly after, the power play officially ends, with Boston clearing the zone.

>7:24 p.m.: A minute into the power play and Buffalo has had a few opportunities. But, Swayman has stood tall, making a save with his left pad.

>7:22 p.m.: The Sabres will have the first power play of the game. Hampus Lindholm will go to the box for a delay of game penalty, where he sent the puck over the boards with no deflection.

>7:18 p.m.: Finally, we have a stoppage.

>Both teams have had opportunities with a high pace to start the game. At the first commercial break, shots are 3-2.

>7:17 p.m.: Noah Ostlund gets a good opportunity, setting up Josh Doan in front but his tip is saved by Swayman.

>Six minutes in and there is yet to be a whistle in the game.

>7:15 p.m.: David Pastrnak has his first opportunity of the night, picking up a pass from the end wall and going in on Lyon, but it's saved.

>Teams each have one shot four minutes in.

>7:13 p.m.: Buffalo has the first offensive zone time of the night, getting a shot from the point which is gloved down by Swayman.

Charlie McAvoy absolutely LEVELED Peyton Krebs 💥

Playoff Bruins, baby pic.twitter.com/Tcv3UmuVhX

— NESN (@NESN) April 23, 20267:11 p.m.: We are underway from TD Garden.

>Buffalo wins the opening faceoff, and here we go.

>7:07 p.m.: The teams are on the ice in front of a sellout crowd.

>7:06 p.m.: Back in the black and gold.

Locking in 🔒 pic.twitter.com/xfxvWl2qci

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20267 p.m.: Bruins fans, we are moments away.

Fire. Us. UP 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wbUQ83PE76

— NESN (@NESN) April 23, 2026Follow along for all the action throughout Game 3.

>6:55 p.m.: Here are the full Game 3 lines for the Bruins.

The Game 3 lineup. pic.twitter.com/GhgZ8ZzN4E

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266:50 p.m.: TD Garden is ready.

Sway leads out the Bruins

TD Garden, GET LOUD 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/pOpcwHGhf3

— NESN (@NESN) April 23, 20266:41 p.m.: Teams are on the ice for pregame warmups with puck drop approaching.

The stage is set for Game 3. Bruins and Sabres on @NHL_On_TNT. @Panger40 | @Jackie_Redmondpic.twitter.com/vuvEncNzdx

— Brendan Burke (@brendanmburke) April 23, 20266:30 p.m.: The Bruins will face a new goaltender in Game 3, with the Sabres opting to Alex Lyon to start.

Jeremy Swayman vs. Alex Lyon for Game 3.

— Conor Ryan (@ConorRyan_93) April 23, 2026In the 2025 regular season, Lyon had a 20-10-4 record with a .907 save percentage and 2.77 GAA. He replaces Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who started Games 1 and 2 in Buffalo.

>6:21 p.m.: In case you needed a preview for tonight's atmosphere.

Bring the energy, Boston 💥 pic.twitter.com/nss91iHpXZ

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266:13 p.m.: The Bruins are on-site at TD Garden, where they defeated the Devils in the regular season finale in their last appearance.

Yeah, they're ready for tonight 🐻

Bruins coverage begins at 6 ET on NESN 📺 pic.twitter.com/oqPqR8jUsY

— NESN (@NESN) April 23, 2026Tonight, the stakes are way higher.

>6:10 p.m.: In Game 2, the Bruins defeated the Sabres 4-2 to even the series. Goals from Viktor Arvidsson (x2), Morgan Geekie and Pavel Zacha were enough as Boston took a 4-0 lead and win in Buffalo.

>Now, eyes shift to TD Garden.

Dapper Dave 🎩 pic.twitter.com/qjVfKLQ8Z1

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266 p.m.: Tonight, playoff hockey returns to TD Garden for the first time since 2024.

>After a Game 2 win, the Boston Bruins return home with the series score tied 1-1. Either the Bruins or Sabres will take the series lead in a pivotal Game 3.

Signs of the season. pic.twitter.com/sCujVZzdqz

— Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 2026Follow along for live updates throughout the night from Boston.

How to watch Bruins vs. Sabres Game 3: TV channel, live streamTV channel: NESN • >Live stream:NESN 360, fuboBruins vs. Sabres will air locally on NESN. Game 3 will also be available to stream on NESN 360 and fubo.

>Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

Bruins vs. Sabres Game 3 start timeDate: Thursday, April 23 • >Time: 7 p.m. ETBruins vs. Sabres is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 23. Game 3 will be played at the TD Garden in Boston.

Bruins vs. Sabres schedule: Series tied 1-1DateGameTime (ET)TV/Live streamApril 19Game 1: Sabres 4, Bruins 3——April 21Game 2: Bruins 4, Sabres 2——April 23Game 3: Sabres vs. Bruins7 p.m.NESN, NESN 360, fuboApril 26Game 4: Sabres vs. Bruins2 p.m.NESN, NESN 360, fuboApril 28Game 5: Bruins vs. Sabres7:30 p.m.NESN, NESN 360, fuboMay 1Game 6*: Sabres vs. BruinsTBDTBDMay 3Game 7*: Bruins vs. SabresTBDTBD*If necessary

More BruinsLatest Bruins news • >2025-26 Bruins schedule • >2025-26 Bruins roster • >Complete history of Bruins championships