In a thrilling match, the Buffalo Sabres overcame two one-goal deficits to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in a shootout. Jack Quinn and Alex Tuch scored the deciding goals in the shootout, while Tage Thompson and Jason Zucker netted regulation goals for Buffalo. The Lightning, despite the loss, secured their eighth consecutive playoff berth. Buffalo's James Reimer delivered a standout performance, stopping 22 shots in regulation and both shootout attempts. This win marks the Sabres' sixth victory in seven games and solidifies their competitive edge as they prepare for key match-ups ahead.
Despite the loss, the Lightning clinched their eighth straight playoff berth due to the New York Rangers' loss, highlighting their consistent performance this season.
Jack Quinn and Alex Tuch delivered crucial shootout goals for the Sabres, showcasing the team's resilience by overcoming two one-goal deficits to win.
Buffalo's Thompson scored his 40th goal, becoming the first Sabre since 2006-07 to have multiple 40-goal seasons, underscoring his importance to the team's offense.
The Lightning struggled early by not registering a shot until 14:12 into the first period, reflecting a slow start that hindered their performance.
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