Tage Thompson propelled the Buffalo Sabres to a critical 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers by netting two goals, bringing his season total to 33. This win ended the Sabres' six-game losing streak, highlighting their resilience after recent setbacks against prominent teams like Tampa Bay and Florida. Alex Tuch also found the back of the net, assisting in this much-needed triumph. In contrast, the Oilers continued their struggles with only two wins in their last ten games, despite Leon Draisaitl extending his impressive 15-game point streak with two assists, including a setup for Darnell Nurse's goal. The Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stood tall with 32 saves, particularly with a crucial glove save on Draisaitl late in the game while the Oilers were on a power play.