Sabres Dominate Bruins: 4-1 Win Extends Buffalo's Streak to 8 Games

Buffalo's red-hot run continues with a decisive victory over Boston

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:42pm

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The Buffalo Sabres extended their winning streak to 8 games with a 4-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Saturday night. Mattias Samuelsson led the way for the Sabres with a goal and two assists, while Josh Norris sealed the win with an empty-netter. The Bruins' struggles continue, as they've now lost 5 straight and 6 of their last 7 games.

Why it matters

The Sabres' impressive run has them climbing up the standings and establishing themselves as a legitimate playoff contender. Meanwhile, the Bruins' recent slump has raised questions about the team's direction and whether this is just a temporary rough patch or a sign of deeper systemic issues.

The details

Mattias Samuelsson was the star of the night for the Sabres, contributing a goal and two assists in the pivotal second period. His assists on goals by Ryan McLeod and Peyton Krebs were crucial in turning the tide of the game. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen also played a key role, making 21 saves to keep the Bruins at bay. For the Bruins, David Pastrnak scored the opening goal, but the Sabres' three-goal second period proved to be the difference.

  • The Sabres' 8-game winning streak is their longest since November 2018, when they won 10 straight.
  • The Bruins have now lost 5 straight and 6 of their last 7 games.

The players

Mattias Samuelsson

A key player for the Buffalo Sabres, contributing a goal and two assists in the team's 4-1 victory over the Boston Bruins.

Ryan McLeod

A Sabres forward who scored a goal in the second period, helping the team take control of the game.

Peyton Krebs

A Sabres forward who also scored a goal in the second period, building on the team's momentum.

Josh Norris

The Sabres forward who sealed the win with an empty-net goal in the final minutes of the game.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen

The Sabres goaltender who made 21 saves to keep the Bruins at bay and preserve the victory.

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What they’re saying

“We must keep this momentum going. The team is playing with so much energy and confidence right now.”

— Mattias Samuelsson, Sabres Forward

“It's frustrating to see us struggle like this, but we know we have the talent to turn things around. We just need to find our rhythm again.”

— David Pastrnak, Bruins Forward

What’s next

The Bruins will look to end their skid when they take on the Calgary Flames on Monday, while the Sabres will begin a three-game road trip in St. Louis, also on Monday.

The takeaway

The Sabres' impressive winning streak has them firmly in the playoff picture, while the Bruins' recent struggles have raised concerns about the team's direction. Both teams will look to get back on track in their upcoming games, with the Sabres aiming to extend their hot streak and the Bruins hoping to find their footing and turn things around.