In a thrilling matchup, the Buffalo Sabres triumphed over the Columbus Blue Jackets with a 3-2 victory, marking their first four-game winning streak in over two years. Alex Tuch stood out with two goals and an assist, helping Buffalo secure the win. Meanwhile, Bowen Byram contributed with a goal and an assist for the Blue Jackets, and James Reimer made 28 saves to end his own five-game winless streak. The game featured high energy from the start, including a fight just three seconds in, showcasing the Sabres' determination after a recent lack of response to a head injury suffered by Tage Thompson.

Despite being outshot early, the Sabres rallied, with Tuch's pivotal second-period deflection putting them ahead. Columbus's Ivan Provorov and Kent Johnson also made significant contributions, but ultimately fell short, marking a tough end to their road trip.