Sabres Clinch First Three-Game Winning Streak of the Season
Buffalo's shootout victory over the Hurricanes propels them to a .500 record, highlighting goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's standout performance.
- The Buffalo Sabres secured a 3-2 shootout win against the Carolina Hurricanes, marking their first three-game winning streak of the season.
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's performance as goalie was pivotal, stopping all shootout attempts and leading the NHL in goals-against average and save percentage since Jan. 1.
- Owen Power's goal forced overtime, contributing to the win in his first game back after an injury.
- The win brings the Sabres back to a .500 record for the first time since Nov. 27, despite still being 11 points out of a playoff spot.
- The Sabres face a challenging week ahead with games against the Panthers, Lightning, Golden Knights, and Winnipeg.