Sabres eliminate Bruins in Game 6

The Buffalo Sabres have advanced to the second round of the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2007 after a 4-1 victory over the Boston Bruins.

Alex Tuch and Mattias Samuelsson scored early to set the tone for the series-clinching win.

Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin praised the team's growth, noting they finally look like they belong among the league's elite.

The Bruins, who entered the series as favorites, admitted they were outplayed by a hungrier Buffalo squad that capitalized on every mistake.