Playoff hockey is a different beast. Here's three things the Sabres need to do to take on that beast next season.
The first round of this year's NHL playoffs has featured everything you want to see from a great opening round - excitement, drama, unpredictability, multiple overtimes, and plenty of nail-biting finishes. It's been a ton of fun to watch no matter who you're rooting for. As a Buffalo Sabres fan, I'm watching the playoffs with one eye towards our team, and what the Sabres need to do in order to compete in the playoffs next season.