Underdog Bruins gear up for must-win playoff clash with Sabres

Ahead of Sunday’s Game 1 in Buffalo, the underdog Boston Bruins prepare for a first‑round playoff against the Sabres. Lindholm says it’ll be a fun, high‑stakes challenge and vows to prove doubters wrong, while Sabres coach Lindy Ruff downplays outside noise. Sturm’s comments about the Bruins’ physical style energized Sabres fans, and Buffalo focuses on staying disciplined for 60 minutes. Boston went 3-1-0 against Buffalo this season, but playoff play is a different ballgame.