We’re a week or so into the NHL season and the Sabres have finally chalked up their first win of the season, a solid victory over the defending Stanley Cup champions Florida Panthers.
This week is an opportunity to start stacking up some points – the Sabres have had two straight strong performances now and only two points to show for it, but now they go on the road for their next three straight fixtures.
WED Oct 16: Buffalo Sabres (1-3-0) at Pittsburgh Penguins (1-2-0) – 7p ET
THU Oct 17: Buffalo Sabres (1-3-0) at Columbus Blue Jackets (1-1-0) – 7p ET
SAT Oct 19: Buffalo Sabres (1-3-0) at Chicago Blackhawks (1-1-1)- 8p ET
Meanwhile, the Rochester Americans won one and lost one last week to start their season.
FRI Oct 18: Rochester Americans (1-1-0-0) vs Toronto Marlies (2-0-0-0) – 7p ET
SAT Oct 19: Rochester Americans (1-1-0-0) at Toronto Marlies (2-0-0-0) – 7p ET