Sabres Playoff Schedule Revealed

Key dates, TV, and streaming info for NHL first-round games

Apr. 17, 2026 at 1:12pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting in bold, overlapping geometric shapes and planes of blue, gold, and red, conceptually representing the high-stakes playoff matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and Boston Bruins hockey teams.The Sabres and Bruins' intense playoff rivalry is captured in a cubist-inspired illustration that deconstructs the action on the ice.Buffalo Today

The NHL's 2025-26 regular season has concluded, and the playoff bracket is now set. The Buffalo Sabres will face off against the Boston Bruins in the first round of the playoffs, with the full schedule and viewing details announced.

Why it matters

The Sabres' playoff run is highly anticipated by the team's passionate fanbase in Buffalo, who are eager to see their squad make a deep postseason push after a strong regular season performance.

The details

The Sabres and Bruins will meet in a best-of-seven first-round playoff series, with the full schedule of games including dates, TV networks, and streaming options. This highly anticipated matchup features two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference battling it out for a spot in the next round.

  • The 2025-26 NHL regular season concluded on April 12, 2026.
  • The Sabres-Bruins first-round playoff series will begin on April 18, 2026.

The players

Buffalo Sabres

A professional ice hockey team based in Buffalo, New York, and a member of the National Hockey League.

Boston Bruins

A professional ice hockey team based in Boston, Massachusetts, and a member of the National Hockey League.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be a hard-fought series between two talented teams. The Sabres and Bruins have a long-standing rivalry, and the fans are in for an exciting playoff matchup.”

— Mike Harrington, Sabres Beat Writer, Buffalo Bills

What’s next

The Sabres and Bruins will play Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on April 18, 2026, with the full schedule to be announced in the coming days.

The takeaway

The Sabres' first-round playoff matchup against the Bruins is a highly anticipated clash between two of the Eastern Conference's top teams. Buffalo's passionate fanbase is eager to see their squad make a deep postseason run after a strong regular season performance.