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Source: FOX News
Summary
The Buffalo Sabres made their first playoff appearance in 14 years, coming back from a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Boston Bruins 4-3 in the first game of their NHL playoff series. Tage Thompson scored two goals, including the game-tyer, and the Sabres held on for the win. The Sabres’ coach, Lindy Ruff, praised the team’s fans, saying the atmosphere was “unbelievable.” The Sabres will look to take a 2-0 series lead on Tuesday.
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The game followed a familiar script.
The Sabres trailed 2-0 with just minutes left in the game, but Tage Thompson’s backhand goal got them on the board. Then, with the crowd still buzzing from his first goal, Thompson scored again to tie the game at 2-2.
The Sabres took the lead soon after, and despite a late Bruins goal, they held on for the win.
It’s been a long time coming for the Sabres, who went 14 years without a playoff appearance.
This one felt recognizable early.
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Author: Evan Null
