Sabres Revitalize Playoff Hopes with Decisive Victory Over Kraken

Jeff Skinner's hat trick and a strong team performance in Seattle provide a critical boost in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Seattle Kraken 6-2, marking their first win against the Kraken and revitalizing their playoff hopes.
Jeff Skinner led the charge with a hat trick, supported by key goals from Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch in the first period.
The Sabres' victory brings them within four points of the final Eastern Conference playoff spot, with 13 games left in the season.
Buffalo's offense, which has struggled this season, found its rhythm, scoring six goals for the third time this month.
Despite the win, the Sabres still face a challenging path to the playoffs, with a statistical chance considered a long shot.