Kale Clague scored a crucial goal for the Rochester Americans during a four-on-four situation, slipping the puck behind Utica's goalie at 11:04 in the first period, contributing to the team's early two-goal lead.

Kale Clague, 26, played in three games for the Sabres last season, recording one assist. In the American Hockey League with the Rochester Americans, he had a more productive season, tallying three goals and 23 points in 42 games, but finished with a minus-8 rating.

Kale Clague from the Buffalo Sabres signed a one-year contract worth $775,000 as an unrestricted free agent on June 28th.

Kale Clague, a defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres, may not receive a qualifying offer as he has seen limited NHL ice time due to a crowded defense corps. He has performed well in the AHL but may seek more NHL opportunities elsewhere.

Kale Clague will play in an NHL game for the first time since February 23, as he has been a healthy scratch since his recall from the AHL in March.