| Game Information |
Matchup:
Buffalo Sabres vs. New York Rangers
Date & Time:
November 7th, 2024 at 7:00 PM EST
Location:
Madison Square Garden, New York City
TV/Streaming Info:
TV: MSG Radio: WGR550
| Game Overview |
The Buffalo Sabres will take on the New York Rangers tonight at Madison Square Garden in New York City. With a 5-7-1 record, the Sabres will aim to secure a critical victory against one of the league’s top-performing teams. Currently atop the Eastern Conference, the Rangers boast a +20 goal differential and come into the game on a two-game winning streak. This matchup presents a formidable challenge for the Sabres as they look to build momentum and compete against one of the NHL’s elite teams.
| Team Records |
Buffalo Sabres Record: 5-7-1, 7th in Atlantic Division.
New York Rangers Record: 8-2-1, 4th in Metropolitan Division.
| Recent Form and Storylines |
Buffalo Sabres’ Recent Form
- The Sabres enter tonight’s game following a strong performance in their recent win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday, a game widely regarded as one of their best showings this season.
New York Rangers Overview
- The Rangers, meanwhile, come into this matchup on a two-game winning streak and hold an impressive 4-1-1 record on home ice this season, further solidifying their position as a top team in the league.
| Pregame Interviews and Insights |
| Key Players to Watch |
Buffalo Sabres: Jack Quinn
According to Sabres PR, Jack Quinn is on a three-game point streak against the New York Rangers. This matchup could provide the momentum he needs to elevate his offensive impact and gain confidence this season.
New York Rangers Key Player: Artemi Panarin
In the opening 11 games of the season, Artemi Panarin has emerged as a standout performer, tallying nine goals and 18 points. His impressive start highlights his offensive prowess and underscores his critical role in driving the team’s early success.
| Did you know.? |
- JJ Peterka has consistently contributed offensively, recording a point in his last five games against the New York Rangers.
2. The New York Rangers lead the league defensively, allowing an average of just 2.18 goals against per game.
3. Ryan McLeod has been particularly effective on the road against the Rangers, amassing six points (2 goals, 4 assists) across three career games at Madison Square Garden.
| Injury Updates and Lineup News |
Sabres lineup:
| Forwards | ||
| 77 JJ Peterka | 72 Tage Thompson | 89 Alex Tuch |
| 9 Zach Benson | 24 Dylan Cozens | 22 Jack Quinn |
| 17 Jason Zucker | 71 Ryan McLeod | 12 Jordan Greenway |
| 29 Beck Malenstyn | 19 Peyton Krebs | 81 Sam Lafferty |
| Defensemen | Goalies | |
| 4 Bowen Byram | 26 Rasmus Dahlin | 1 Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Starting Confirmed) |
| 25 Owen Power | 78 Jacob Bryson | 27 Devon Levi |
| 8 Dennis Gilbert | 75 Connor Clifton |
New York Ranger’s lineup
Forwards:
Artemi Panarin — Mika Zibanejad — Alexis Lafreniere
Will Cuylle — Vincent Trocheck — Reilly Smith
Chris Kreider — Filip Chytil — Kaapo Kakko
Adam Edstrom — Sam Carrick — Jimmy Vesey
Defense:
Zac Jones — Braden Schneider
Goalies:
Igor Shesterkin (Starting Goalie Confirmed)
Buffalo Sabres Injury Report
- None
New York Rangers Injury Report
- Riley Nash – IR – Lower-Body Injury.
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