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By losing a winnable game, Bruins not only missed an opportunity, but elevated Sabres
TL;DR
The Bruins lost a close game to the Sabres, missing a key opportunity to secure a win. Despite the disappointment, players remain optimistic about improving in future games.
Key points
- Bruins lost to the Sabres in a close game
- Players expressed disappointment but remained optimistic
- Mistakes in the final minutes led to the loss
- David Pastrnak emphasized the need to regroup
- The loss elevated the Sabres' standing
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BUFFALO, N.Y. â Despite the stunning nature of the way they lost, the Bruins still put on a pretty positive face after Sundayâs loss to Buffalo.
They assured everyone that yes, the game was disappointing, but not devastating. They made mistakes that could be fixed and were prepared to do so. It was just one game and theyâre a resilient team. etc. etc. etc.
âThe will is there. Guys blocking shots. Guys battling hard. Most nights you will win more than you will lose like that,â David Pastrnak said. âWe just have to regroup and come to work tomorrow and see what we did wrong in those last 10 minutes and improve for Game 2.â
Morgan Geekie, Jeremy Swayman and Marco Sturm had similar assessments.
Thatâs what theyâre supposed to say, and if they respond and react correctly, all of those statements could be true.
But even so, itâs ignoring half the equation.
Even if one loss didnât chop the Bruinsâ legs out from under them, it unquestionably elevated the Sabres. It wasnât just what Boston didnât achieve on Sunday night, but what they allowed the Sabres to take at their expense.
By not finishing off a winnable game, Boston made Buffalo better. Thatâs undeniable.
The combination of all the hype going into this game and the way the Sabres rallied to win made the result and the path to it way more impactful than it otherwise might have been.
Buffalo believes now. Not just the Sabres players, but their fans. Instead of walking into the KeyBank Center nervous for Game 2, the crowd is going to storm into the building on Tuesday with bloodlust.
Q&A
What caused the Bruins to lose against the Sabres?
The Bruins lost due to mistakes made in the final 10 minutes of the game, leading to a collapse in their performance.
How are Bruins players reacting to the loss against the Sabres?
Bruins players are maintaining a positive outlook, emphasizing their resilience and commitment to improving for the next game.
What did David Pastrnak say about the Bruins' performance?
David Pastrnak stated that while the loss was disappointing, the team showed effort and must regroup to address their mistakes.
What are the implications of the Bruins' loss for the Sabres?
The Bruins' loss elevated the Sabres' standing, showcasing their ability to capitalize on the Bruins' mistakes.
