The Buffalo Sabres take on the Boston Bruins for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference First Round. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
How to Watch Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins on May 1, 2026
You can watch the Boston Bruins take on the Buffalo Sabres live on DIRECTV on ESPN on May 1, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET.
Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins — Game 6 Preview
Buffalo holds a 3-2 series lead and has a chance to advance to the second round with a win at TD Garden on Friday night. The Bruins forced this game by winning Game 5 in overtime at KeyBank Center, with David Pastrnak delivering the game-winning goal 9:14 into extra time after a key Buffalo turnover gave Boston the opportunity it needed. Boston has shown it knows how to win on the road in this series and will have a loud home crowd behind it tonight. But the Sabres have been the better team overall, and with an elimination game ahead, they carry the confidence of a club that has earned this series lead.
Buffalo Sabres lead the series 3-2.
Regional Coverage
New England Sports Network (NESN)
National TV
ESPN, ESPN Deportes
League Packages
NHL® CENTER ICE®
What Time is the Boston Bruins vs. Buffalo Sabres Game Today?
The Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins game starts at 7:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins?
You can watch Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins on your local regional sports network: New England Sports Network (NESN) (Ch. 628) (Bruins). You can also watch with NHL® CENTER ICE®. The game is also available nationally on ESPN.
Players to Watch: Buffalo Sabres vs. Boston Bruins
David Pastrnak — RW. Scored the overtime game-winner in Game 5 to keep Boston’s season alive. He is the Bruins’ most dangerous offensive weapon and the player who, more than anyone, gives Boston the ability to change the complexion of a game in a single shift.
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