Overview
- The Sabres fell 6-3 to NHL-leading Colorado a day after a 5-2 defeat in Utah, making it eight losses in nine, five straight overall, and four straight in regulation.
- Buffalo sits last in the Eastern Conference and continues to fade late in games, carrying a -8 third-period goal differential.
- A depleted lineup persists with Josh Norris and Jiri Kulich out at center, Jason Zucker and Zach Benson sidelined on the wing, Justin Danforth unavailable, and captain Rasmus Dahlin away for personal reasons.
- Rookie Isak Rosen has been a bright spot with five points in six games and expanded minutes as injuries force larger roles.
- Fan frustration and scrutiny of management are rising, with boos after a recent home shutout and outside speculation that GM Kevyn Adams’ job is at risk if results do not improve.