NHL Hockey 3h Briefing

Last updated: April 20, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NHL Playoff Upsets & Coaching Reactions

The Buffalo Sabres surged in the third period, overcoming a two-goal deficit in the final eight minutes to secure a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins, marking their first playoff win in 15 years. Elsewhere, the Vegas Golden Knights remained unbeaten in regulation under new coach John Tortorella, rallying with three third-period tallies to defeat the Utah Mammoth by a final score of 4-2 in Game. Meanwhile, Tampa Bay coach Jon Cooper lamented the "stupidity" of his team's penalties following their Game 1 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens, suggesting ill-discipline cost them the tight contest.