The Buffalo Sabres face the New Jersey Devils today as they aim to return to a .500 winning record.,Key factors include the Sabres’ inconsistency, the performance of Jack Quinn’s line, and goaltending.Buffalo Sabres (9-10-4) are set to face the New Jersey Devils (15-7-1) in their 24th game of the season on November 28, 2025. The puck drop is scheduled for 4:00 pm Eastern Time at Keybank Center in Buffalo, New York. The game will be broadcast on MSG and ESPN+, with radio coverage on WGR 550.<\/p>\n
The Sabres are currently struggling to maintain consistency, often falling back below .500 after reaching a position to achieve a winning record. This pattern has persisted despite changes within the franchise. Facing the Metropolitan Division-leading Devils, Buffalo will attempt to even their record after a recent loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. The team’s internal struggles are considered a significant hurdle.<\/p>\n
An area of focus for the Sabres is their second line, featuring Jason Zucker, Ryan McLeod, and Jack Quinn. Quinn has been on a three-game point streak, accumulating five points in that span. Zucker has recorded seven points in his last four games, and McLeod has five points in his last three. Since this line was formed, they have shown a significant advantage in scoring chances created.<\/p>\n
Goaltending remains a question mark for the Sabres. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen has shown volatile performances, with sharp declines in play following strong outings. Alex Lyon, after a difficult performance against the Colorado Avalanche, has not played recently. The projected starter for the game is Alex Lyon, with hopes he will not be rusty.<\/p>\n
Projected Lineups:
\nBuffalo Sabres:
\nForwards: Zach Benson \u2013 Tage Thompson \u2013 Alex Tuch, Jason Zucker \u2013 Ryan McLeod \u2013 Jack Quinn, Josh Doan \u2013 Noah Ostlund \u2013 Tyson Kozak, Josh Dunne \u2013 Peyton Krebs \u2013 Beck Malenstyn
\nDefense: Rasmus Dahlin \u2013 Mattias Samuelsson, Bowen Byram \u2013 Conor Timmins, Jacob Bryson \u2013 Owen Power
\nGoalies: Alex Lyon (projected starter), Ukko Pekka Luukkonen<\/p>\n
New Jersey Devils:
\nForwards: Timo Meier \u2013 Nico Hischier \u2013 Jesper Bratt, Ondrej Palat \u2013 Dawson Mercer \u2013 Arseny Gritsyuk, Paul Cotter \u2013 Cody Glass \u2013 Connor Brown, Juho Lammikko \u2013 Luke Glendening \u2013 Stefan Noesen
\nDefense: Jonas Siegenthaler \u2013 Dougie Hamilton, Luke Hughes \u2013 Simon Nemec, Brenden Dillon \u2013 Colton White
\nGoalies: Jacob Markstrom (projected starter), Jake Allen<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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