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Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils Recap - Sabres Win 3-2

Sam Reinhart was the difference, potting a pair for Buffalo on Saturday as the Sabres skated off with a 3-2 victory over the Devils at Prudential Center.

Bettors who backed the Sabres were rewarded as +121 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 5.5.

Sam Reinhart(2), and Colin Miller each scored for the Sabres in the victory. Miller opened the scoring for Buffalo.

Linus Ullmark turned in a 25-save effort for the Sabres.

New Jersey got goals from Kyle Palmieri, and P.K. Subban in the loss, but it wasn't enough.

MacKenzie Blackwood stopped 26 of 29 shots for the Devils, but it wasn't enough to earn the victory.

Buffalo scored 1 times on 1 chances on the power play, while New Jersey went 1-for-3 with the man advantage.

Buffalo outshot New Jersey 29-27 in the game.

Buffalo heads into a battle against the Islanders. New Jersey, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.