Jake Sanderson has struggled this season, contributing only a goal and eight assists while posting a minus-6 goal differential at five-on-five. His performance has been concerning for a player expected to be a key part of the Senators' blue line moving forward, as he has been losing valuable minutes in critical situations.

Jake Sanderson was involved in a key moment of the game, losing a puck battle to Jean-Gabriel Pageau, who scored to extend the Islanders' lead. Sanderson was paired with Artem Zub, who returned after missing nine games due to a concussion.

Jake Sanderson returned to the Senators' blue line after missing nine games due to a concussion, rejoining the top defensive pairing with Artem Zub.

Jake Sanderson returned to the Senators' blue line after missing nine games due to a concussion, rejoining the top defensive pairing with Artem Zub.

Jake Sanderson was involved in a key moment during the game when he knocked Tage Thompson over while defending the net. Despite the physical play, Thompson's shot deflected off Sanderson and resulted in a goal, contributing to Buffalo's lead.