The Buffalo Sabres took Game 1 of their series against the Montreal Canadiens, with Lindy Ruff keeping the team focused after the win.
The Sabres' victory has them feeling confident heading into Game 2 at KeyBank Center, where they will look to take a 2-0 lead in the series. Lindy Ruff was quoted as saying > "We need to stay focused and keep our foot on the gas pedal.", in reference to the team's mindset after the Game 1 win.
The Sabres' power play was a key factor in their Game 1 win, with 2 goals scored on the man advantage. The team's penalty kill was also solid, allowing 0 goals on the Canadiens' power play opportunities.
The win has the Sabres feeling confident, but Lindy Ruff is making sure the team stays grounded and focused on the task at hand. The Sabres will need to continue to play well if they want to advance to the next round of the playoffs.
The student section at KeyBank Center was electric during the Game 1 win, with fans cheering on the Sabres throughout the game. The energy in the building was palpable, and the Sabres fed off of it to take the win.
The Sabres will look to take a 2-0 lead in the series when they face the Canadiens in Game 2 at KeyBank Center. The game will be a crucial one for the Sabres, as they look to take control of the series and move one step closer to the next round of the playoffs.