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Sabres to face Bruins in Round 1 of the playoffs
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The Buffalo Sabres will play the Boston Bruins in the first round of the playoffs, marking their first postseason appearance since 2010. This matchup is notable as it is the ninth playoff series between the two historic rivals.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) â The Buffalo Sabres will go up against one of their oldest rivals in their long-awaited return to the postseason.
The Sabres will face the Boston Bruins in the opening round of the playoffs. The first-round matchup became official after Bostonâs win over New Jersey on Tuesday night.
It will be the ninth playoff series all-time between the two teams, and the first since 2010.
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Q&A
When did the Buffalo Sabres last play in the playoffs before this matchup?
The Buffalo Sabres last played in the playoffs in 2010.
How many playoff series have the Sabres and Bruins faced each other in history?
The Sabres and Bruins have faced each other in nine playoff series throughout history.
What was the result of the game that confirmed the Sabres' playoff matchup with the Bruins?
The Sabres' playoff matchup with the Bruins became official after the Boston Bruins won against the New Jersey Devils.