Sabres' eight-game winning streak snapped in late 2-1 loss to Capitals
The Buffalo Sabres saw their eight-game winning streak come to an end on Tuesday night. A late goal from Washington's Jakob Chychrun sealed a 2-1 defeat for the visitors. The loss marked a frustrating night despite a strong start.
The Sabres dominated early, outshooting the Capitals 15-3 in the first period. Yet they only managed a single goal, leaving chances unfinished. Washington responded in the second, with Ryan Leonard levelling the score.
New faces Tanner Pearson and Luke Schenn made their Sabres debuts, adding fresh energy to the line-up. However, the team missed forward Alex Tuch, sidelined by a lower-body injury. Goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen kept Buffalo in the game with 20 saves, but it wasn't enough.
With just 1:33 left in regulation, Chychrun struck for the Capitals. His decisive goal broke the deadlock and handed Washington the win.
The defeat ends Buffalo's impressive run of eight straight victories. The Sabres now look ahead to their next match, aiming to regroup after a narrow loss. Washington, meanwhile, takes the two points from a tightly contested game.
