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David Pastrnak admits ‘it’s getting harder’ nearing 30 after Bruins’ playoff exit

David Pastrnak expressed disappointment after the Bruins' 4-1 Game 6 loss to the Sabres, noting that the window for a Stanley Cup is closing as he approaches his 30th birthday.

Pastrnak, who led the Bruins with seven points in the series, acknowledged the growing urgency for the aging core. "I'm turning 30 in a couple of weeks... it's getting harder every single year," he stated, echoing sentiments once shared by Patrice Bergeron. The Bruins struggled to generate sustained offense against Buffalo, losing all three home games in the series. afnews.co.za

Pastrnak emphasized that time is fleeting for a team that hasn't won the Cup since 2011. He urged younger teammates to value every season while acknowledging the structural gaps exposed by the Sabres' neutral zone play.