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Buffalo Bandits Win Game 1, Smith Sets Playoff Record

5/19/2025

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In a thrilling showdown, the Buffalo Bandits edged past the Saskatchewan Rush 12-10 in Game 1 of the NLL Finals, inching closer to their third straight championship. With Game 2 scheduled for Sunday at 8 p.m. ET in Saskatoon, Dhane Smith dazzled fans by setting a playoff points record with three goals and five assists.

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Story summary

In a thrilling showdown, the Buffalo Bandits edged past the Saskatchewan Rush 12-10 in Game 1 of the NLL Finals, inching closer to their third straight championship. With Game 2 scheduled for Sunday at 8 p.m. ET in Saskatoon, Dhane Smith dazzled fans by setting a playoff points record with three goals and five assists.