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Sabres bounce back at home for most convincing win of season so far

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — After being called out by coach Lindy Ruff for getting out-skated and out-worked in their most recent home loss, the Sabres went back to work and skated to one of their most complete victories of the…

By Jonah Bronstein · WIVB

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 2:46 AM

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The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Friday night at KeyBank Center.
Josh Norris scored two goals, while Owen Power registered three assists in the victory.
Goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 24 shots, allowing two or fewer goals for the second consecutive start.

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The Buffalo Sabres delivered one of their most complete performances of the season with a 5-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center on Friday night. Josh Norris led the offensive output with two goals, while Jack Quinn, Josh Doan, and captain Rasmus Dahlin also scored for Buffalo.

Defenseman Owen Power contributed three assists, and goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 24 saves to secure the win. The victory snapped a two-game home skid for head coach Lindy Ruff's squad, marking the first time this season the Sabres won by more than two goals.

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