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Sabres scare up a California sweep behind Thompson, Luukkonen

Buffalo’s power play strikes twice as Sabres beat Kings 3–2 and finish road trip with seven of eight points Boxscore Score: Buffalo Sabres 3–2 Los Angeles KingsShots: BUF 31–29 LAKPower Play: BUF 2-for-3; LAK 1-for-5Goaltending: Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen — 27 saves…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 12:09 AM
Sabres scare up a California sweep behind Thompson, Luukkonen
Key Things to Know
  • The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3–2 to finish their California road trip.
  • Tage Thompson scored two goals for Buffalo, including the game-winning power-play marker in the third period.
  • Goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 27 saves on 29 shots to help secure the victory.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Buffalo Sabres completed a California road sweep with a 3–2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings. Tage Thompson led the offense with two goals, including the game-winner on the power play in the third period. Buffalo's power play finished 2-for-3 on the night, also featuring an opening goal from Jack Quinn, while goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 27 of 29 shots in the win.

After Quinn and Thompson built a 2–0 lead for Buffalo, the Kings countered with goals from Corey Perry and Andre Lee to tie the game early in the third period. Thompson broke the deadlock at 13:40 of the final frame, allowing the Sabres to hold on and secure seven of eight possible points on their road trip.

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