Sabres Aim to Extend Win Streak Against Blue Jackets in Key Matchup
The Buffalo Sabres are gearing up for an exciting clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night, aiming to extend their impressive five-game win streak. With both teams out of playoff contention, this game offers an intriguing battle as the Sabres continue their push to close out the season on a strong note.
The Sabres, currently with a 35-36-6 record, have been in red-hot form, boasting the NHL's best points percentage of .889 since March 23. They’ve also been the highest-scoring team in the league during that span, averaging 4.78 goals per game. Buffalo’s 8-1-0 run has given fans hope, despite an earlier 13-game winless streak that dashed their playoff dreams. Their recent performance has them 13th in points percentage across the league, and they sit just outside of a Wild Card spot.
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The Blue Jackets, meanwhile, come into this game with a 35-33-9 record, having struggled in recent weeks with a 4-5-1 record over their last ten games. Despite a 5-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday, Columbus has only recorded four wins in their last 14 games, further distancing themselves from postseason contention.
On the ice, the Sabres are likely to feature the same lineup that triumphed 3-0 over the Carolina Hurricanes. Expect to see the dynamic trio of Tage Thompson, who leads the team with 44 goals, and Alex Tuch, who has been on fire with 12 points in his last seven games. The defensive pair of Rasmus Dahlin and Mattias Samuelsson, combined with the stellar play of goaltender James Reimer, have played pivotal roles in the Sabres’ recent surge.
The Blue Jackets will rely heavily on their top scorers, including Kirill Marchenko, who has 31 goals, and Boone Jenner, who has been producing at a solid pace with six goals and three assists in his last ten games. In goal, Elvis Merzlikins is expected to start, having appeared in 9 out of Columbus' last 10 games.
This game marks the third and final meeting of the season between these two teams. The Sabres won the last matchup 3-2, with Alex Tuch netting a brace. As Buffalo continues to build momentum, a win tonight would be crucial for their confidence heading into the final stretch of the season. Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets will look to spoil the Sabres’ streak and end their own season on a high note.
With the stakes set for another exciting contest, all eyes will be on the ice in Columbus tonight at 7 p.m. ET as the Sabres look to take advantage of their strong form, while the Blue Jackets hope to play spoiler in front of their home crowd.
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