Capitals Defeat Sabres 4-2, Extending Buffalo's Losing Streak to Nine
Tom Wilson's two power-play goals and Dylan Strome's game-winner secure Washington's fourth consecutive victory.
- The Washington Capitals beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 on Saturday, marking Buffalo's ninth straight loss, their longest skid since 2020-21.
- Tom Wilson scored twice on the power play, while Dylan Strome's third-period goal proved decisive for the Capitals.
- Washington, now 8-0-1 in their last nine games, continues to excel despite the absence of injured star Alex Ovechkin.
- The Sabres struggled on special teams, failing to score on two power-play opportunities and conceding two power-play goals.
- Buffalo goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 27 saves, but the team remains winless in nine games and faces Toronto next.