Live Updates: Battle of the Blades as Red Wings Face Sabres
Pre-Game Analysis
The Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup at Little Caesars Arena tonight. Both teams have been playing well as of late, so this game is sure to be a close one.
The Red Wings are coming off a 5-2 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday, while the Sabres are coming off a 4-3 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins on Wednesday.
First Period
The Red Wings started the game strong, outshooting the Sabres 10-5 in the first period. However, the Sabres were able to get on the board first when Tage Thompson scored a power-play goal at 9:32.
The Red Wings tied the game at 1-1 when Dylan Larkin scored a short-handed goal at 16:43.
Second Period
The Red Wings continued to outplay the Sabres in the second period, outshooting them 13-6. However, the Sabres were able to take a 2-1 lead when Jeff Skinner scored a goal at 7:05.
The Red Wings tied the game again at 2-2 when Lucas Raymond scored a goal at 15:32.
Third Period
The third period was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams having chances to win the game. However, neither team was able to score, and the game went to overtime.
Overtime
The overtime period was a tense affair, with both teams having chances to win the game. However, neither team was able to score, and the game ended in a 2-2 tie.
Post-Game Analysis
The Red Wings and Sabres played a very entertaining game tonight. Both teams played hard, and it was a shame that neither team was able to come away with the win.
The Red Wings will be back in action on Saturday when they host the New York Rangers. The Sabres will be back in action on Sunday when they host the Philadelphia Flyers.