Alex Tuch returned to the lineup last night for the Sabres, providing a boost to the team's offensive capabilities. His presence is crucial as teammate Tage Thompson remains day-to-day with an injury.

Tage Thompson missed the recent game and is currently listed as day-to-day. If he is unable to play against the Ducks on Friday, he is expected to be ready for Saturday's matchup against the Sharks.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen returned from a lower-body injury to stop 24 shots and secure his first shutout of the season, leading the Sabres to a 1-0 victory over the Kings. Jason Zucker scored the game's only goal on a power play, marking his fourth of the season, while Rasmus Dahlin extended his point streak to seven games with an assist. Despite missing Tage Thompson for the third consecutive game, Buffalo has won five of their last seven, improving their power play performance to 1-for-3 after struggling earlier in the season.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 24 shots to secure his first shutout of the season, returning from a two-game absence due to a lower-body injury. He made six saves in each of the first two periods and 12 in the third, contributing significantly to the Sabres' victory.

Rasmus Dahlin extended his point streak to seven games, contributing four goals and six assists during that span. He recorded an assist on Jason Zucker's power play goal, marking his fourth consecutive game with points on the man-advantage.