Bruins vs. Sabres Score, Live Updates, Highlights From Game 3 of NHL Playoffs Series originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Boston Bruins return to TD Garden for a pivotal Game 3 against the Buffalo Sabres.The Bruins enter Game 3 with significant momentum following their 4-2 victory on Tuesday. Viktor Arvidsson was the catalyst in Game 2, netting two goals, including a third-period insurance marker just 16 seconds into the frame. Morgan Geekie contributed one of the most talked-about goals of the postseasona backhand flip from center ice that hopped over Ukko-Pekka Luukkonenwhile Pavel Zacha rounded out the scoring on the power play.Thursday night'smatchup represents a massive opportunity for Boston to take its first lead of the series with the energy of a raucous TD Garden. Expect a high-intensity battle as the Sabres attempt to reclaim home-ice advantage in what has quickly become a physical and unpredictable first-round clash.Follow along right here for the latest updates and highlights from Game 3 between the Bruins and Sabres.Bruins vs. Sabres score123FBruins00Sabres00Click herefor the complete Bruins vs. Sabres box score.Bruins vs. Sabres live updates, highlights fromGame 37:22 p.m.:The Sabres will have the first power play of the game.Hampus Lindholm will go to the box for a delay of game penalty, where he sent the puck over the boards with no deflection.7:18 p.m.:Finally, we have a stoppage.Both teams have had opportunities with a high pace to start the game. At the first commercial break, shots are 3-3.7:17 p.m.:Noah Ostlund gets a good opportunity, setting up Josh Doan in front but his tip is saved by Swayman.Six minutes in and there is yet to be a whistle in the game.7:15 p.m.:David Pastrnak has his first opportunity of the night, picking up a pass from the end wall and going in on Lyon, but it's saved.Teams each have one shot four minutes in.7:13 p.m.:Buffalo has the first offensive zone time of the night, getting a shot from the point which is gloved down by Swayman.7:11 p.m.:We are underway from TD Garden.Buffalo wins the opening faceoff, and here we go.7:07 p.m.:The teams are on the ice in front of a sellout crowd.7:06 p.m.:Back in the black and gold.Locking in pic.twitter.com/xfxvWl2qci Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20267 p.m.:Bruins fans, we are moments away.Fire. Us. UP pic.twitter.com/wbUQ83PE76 NESN (@NESN) April 23, 2026Follow along for all the action throughout Game 3.6:55 p.m.:Here are the full Game 3 lines for the Bruins.The Game 3 lineup. pic.twitter.com/GhgZ8ZzN4E Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266:50 p.m.:TD Garden is ready.Sway leads out the BruinsTD Garden, GET LOUD pic.twitter.com/pOpcwHGhf3 NESN (@NESN) April 23, 20266:41 p.m.:Teams are on the ice for pregame warmups with puck drop approaching.The stage is set for Game 3. Bruins and Sabres on @NHL_On_TNT. @Panger40 | @Jackie_Redmondpic.twitter.com/vuvEncNzdx Brendan Burke (@brendanmburke) April 23, 20266:30 p.m.:The Bruins will face a new goaltender in Game 3, with the Sabres opting to Alex Lyon to start.Jeremy Swayman vs. Alex Lyon for Game 3. Conor Ryan (@ConorRyan_93) April 23, 2026In the 2025 regular season, Lyon had a 20-10-4 record with a .907 save percentage and 2.77 GAA. He replaces Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who started Games 1 and 2 in Buffalo.6:21 p.m.:In case you needed a preview for tonight's atmosphere.Bring the energy, Boston pic.twitter.com/nss91iHpXZ Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266:13 p.m.:The Bruins are on-site at TD Garden, where they defeated the Devils in the regular season finale in their last appearance.Yeah, they're ready for tonight Bruins coverage begins at 6 ET on NESN pic.twitter.com/oqPqR8jUsY NESN (@NESN) April 23, 2026Tonight, the stakes are way higher.6:10 p.m.:In Game 2, the Bruins defeated the Sabres 4-2 to even the series. Goals from Viktor Arvidsson (x2), Morgan Geekie and Pavel Zacha were enough as Boston took a 4-0 lead and win in Buffalo.Now, eyes shift to TD Garden.Dapper Dave pic.twitter.com/qjVfKLQ8Z1 Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 20266 p.m.:Tonight, playoff hockey returns to TD Garden for the first time since 2024.After a Game 2 win, the Boston Bruins return home with the series score tied 1-1. Either the Bruins or Sabres will take the series lead in a pivotal Game 3.Signs of the season. pic.twitter.com/sCujVZzdqz Boston Bruins (@NHLBruins) April 23, 2026Follow along for live updates throughout the night from Boston.How to watch Bruins vs. Sabres Game 3: TV channel, live streamTV channel:NESNLive stream:NESN 360,fuboBruins vs. Sabres will air locally on NESN. Game 3 will also be available to stream onNESN 360andfubo.Fubooffers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)Bruins vs. Sabres Game 3 start timeDate:Thursday, April 23Time:7 p.m. ETBruins vs. Sabres is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 23. Game 3 will be played at the TD Garden in Boston.Bruins vs. Sabres schedule: Series tied 1-1DateGameTime (ET)TV/Live streamApril 19Game 1:Sabres 4, Bruins 3April 21Game 2:Bruins 4,Sabres 2April 23Game 3: Sabres vs. Bruins7 p.m.NESN, NESN360,fuboApril 26Game 4: Sabres vs. Bruins2 p.m.NESN, NESN 360, fuboApril 28Game 5:Bruins vs. Sabres7:30 p.m.NESN, NESN 360, fuboMay 1Game 6*: Sabres vs. BruinsTBDTBDMay 3Game 7*:Bruins vs. SabresTBDTBD*If necessaryMore BruinsLatest Bruinsnews2025-26 Bruins schedule2025-26 BruinsrosterComplete history of Bruins championships