The Buffalo Sabres triumphed over the Seattle Kraken 3-2 at KeyBank Center, ending their three-game losing streak. Rasmus Dahlin and Peyton Krebs each scored for the Sabres, who improved their record to 45-21-8.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was instrumental in the victory, making 32 saves and stopping both shots in the shootout. The Kraken, now at 32-29-11, have lost five of their last six games, struggling to find consistency.
Chandler Stephenson opened the scoring for Seattle, giving them a 1-0 lead at 12:42 of the first period. Bobby McMann extended the lead to 2-0 at 13:18 of the second period, but the Sabres fought back.
Dahlin scored on the power play at 15:55, marking his 100th career NHL goal, igniting the Sabres’ comeback. Krebs tied the game 2-2 at 11:39 of the third period, showcasing the Sabres’ resilience.
Despite the loss, Philipp Grubauer made 34 saves for the Kraken, who struggled to maintain their early lead. The Sabres currently rank second in the Eastern Conference, while the Kraken sit in 10th place in the Western Conference.
Tage Thompson continues to impress, boasting 75 points this season with 37 goals and 38 assists. His performance remains a bright spot for the Sabres as they push for playoff positioning.
Shane Wright left the game after the first period due to a hit from Logan Stanley, raising concerns about his status moving forward. Details remain unconfirmed.
As the season progresses, both teams will need to address their inconsistencies to secure favorable playoff positions. The Sabres aim to build on this victory, while the Kraken seek to rebound from their recent struggles.