Overview

• Pavel Zacha opened the scoring off Jordan Harris’s first-game assist, Mark Kastelic made it 2-0 in the second, and Sean Kuraly added a late empty-netter.
• Boston controlled the start, outshooting Buffalo 17-2 in the first period and maintaining a sizable shot edge through two.
• Jeremy Swayman allowed only one goal on a deflection while delivering key stops behind a structured defensive effort.
• The penalty kill remained flawless at 12-for-12 through three games, reinforcing the team’s defense-first identity.
• Next up is a Monday afternoon home game against the Lightning, offering another gauge of this early-season formula.