Arvidsson scores 2 as Bruins beat Sabres 4-2 to even first-round series at 1

"Morgan Geekie bounced in a shot from beyond center as part of Boston's three-goal second-period surge and the Bruins beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 to even their first-round playoff series at 1."

"Viktor Arvidsson scored twice and Pavel Zacha also scored. David Pastrnak had two assists to give him five points in the series and tie Bobby Orr for eighth on the Bruins career playoff list with 92 points."

"Jeremy Swayman stopped 32 shots, and this time Boston managed to not blow a multigoal third-period lead."

"Bowen Byram and Peyton Krebs scored 1:14 apart to cut Boston's lead to 4-2 with 4:52 remaining in regulation before being stymied by Swayman, who stopped the final eight shots he faced."

The Boston Bruins defeated the Buffalo Sabres 4-2, leveling their first-round playoff series at 1. Morgan Geekie scored from beyond center during a three-goal second period. Viktor Arvidsson netted two goals, while Pavel Zacha also contributed a goal. David Pastrnak recorded two assists, bringing his playoff points total to 92, tying him with Bobby Orr. Jeremy Swayman made 32 saves, successfully preventing a third-period collapse. The Sabres attempted a comeback with two late goals but were thwarted by Swayman, who stopped the last eight shots faced. The series continues in Boston for Game 3.

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