JJ Peterka shined with a goal and an assist, securing the decisive goal in the shootout, as the Buffalo Sabres triumphed over the Washington Capitals with a final score of 4-3. Alex Tuch and Tage Thompson also contributed to the Sabres’ victory, while Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen showcased his skills with 25 saves, crucially stopping three out of four shooters during the shootout, which allowed the Sabres to snap their three-game losing streak.
Peterka initiated the scoring early in the first period, marking his 11th goal of the season just 4:42 into the game. His assist on Thompson’s power-play goal in the second period helped the Sabres regain the lead at 3-2. On the other side, Tom Wilson was a standout for the Capitals, scoring twice, while Aliaksei Protas added a goal and an assist. Charlie Lindgren made 24 saves in goal for Washington.
In another thrilling matchup, the Montreal Canadiens bested the Vancouver Canucks 5-4 in overtime, with Nick Suzuki netting a power-play goal just 48 seconds into the extra period. Suzuki’s performance also included two assists. Lane Hutson also had a notable night with a goal and two assists, while Cole Caufield, Kaiden Guhle, and Kirby Dach each contributed to the scoreline. Sam Montembeault made 16 saves as the Canadiens continued their strong run, winning five out of their last six games.
For Vancouver, J.T. Miller stood out with two goals and two assists, adding to the team's struggles as they fell to a record of seven losses in their last nine games. The Canucks welcomed back Captain Quinn Hughes from injury, who marked his return with two assists in his 400th career game.
