nhl Game Recap
Buffalo Sabres vs Florida Panthers Wrap - Buffalo Wins 5-2
Buffalo got a pair of goals from Zemgus Girgensons as the Sabres skated to a 5-2 victory over Florida on Sunday at BB&T Center.
Bettors who backed the Sabres were rewarded as +123 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 6.5.
Buffalo got goals from Zemgus Girgensons(2), Jeff Skinner, Victor Olofsson, and Jack Eichel in the victory. Skinner opened the scoring at 16:24 of the first period.
Linus Ullmark turned in a 43-save effort for the Sabres.
Florida got goals from Noel Acciari, and Brett Connolly in the loss, but it wasn't enough.
Florida got a 21-stop effort from Sam Montembeault in the loss.
On the power play, Buffalo went 0-for-2, while the Panthers were 1-for-4 with the man advantage.
Florida outshot Buffalo 45-26 in the game.
Buffalo looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lightning. The Panthers will aim to get back on the winning track at Washington.