Rasmus Dahlin Scores Early as Sabres Crush Rangers 6-1
- Rasmus Dahlin scored just 26 seconds into the game against the New York Rangers.
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 25 shots as the Sabres earned a decisive victory.
- With this win, the Sabres have shown strong offensive capabilities and won their second road game.
On November 7, 2024, the Buffalo Sabres defeated the New York Rangers 6-1 at Madison Square Garden. Rasmus Dahlin opened the scoring within the first 30 seconds, setting the tone for the game. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, the Sabres' goaltender, made 25 saves and showcased impressive skill, particularly during a second-period power play when he stopped a high shot by Mika Zibanejad. This marked a significant victory for the Sabres as they had recently been on a road trip and were looking to build momentum following a previous win against Ottawa. Dylan Cozens, Tage Thompson, Jordan Greenway, and Sam Lafferty further contributed to the score with goals in the second period, leaving the Rangers' starting goalie Igor Shesterkin overwhelmed, having allowed five goals on just 12 shots before being replaced by Jonathan Quick. The Rangers had been solid at home, losing in regulation for only the second time in seven games this season, which highlighted the Sabres' strong performance against them. Despite a late goal from Will Cuylle that interrupted Luukkonen's shutout bid, the Sabres demonstrated superior offensive capabilities throughout the game, scoring a season-high six goals. Ryan McLeod also contributed with two assists, while Artemi Panarin of the Rangers continued to lead his team in points despite the loss. With this win, the Buffalo Sabres plan to continue their successful streak as they host the Calgary Flames, while the New York Rangers will be looking to rebound against the Detroit Red Wings next.