Boston's hope lives on after Lindholm's goal in Stanley Cup playoffs

Buffalo had the opportunity to secure a quarterfinal spot at home last night - and got off to the right start by taking a 1–0 lead through Rasmus Dahlin.

However, Boston's Elias Lindholm stepped up and scored the equalizer in the middle period, a goal that would prove crucial for the team's continued play in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

In overtime, Hampus Lindholm set up David Pastrnak for the winner to make it 2–1. Buffalo now leads the series 3–2.

Round of 16:

Dallas – Minnesota 2–4 (Minnesota leads the series 3–2)

Buffalo – Boston 1–2 (Buffalo leads the series 3–2)

Edmonton – Anaheim 4–1 (Anaheim leads the series 3–2)