The Buffalo Sabres blew out the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night. And it came with a huge effort from one struggling player.Via Justin Alpert of Sabres.com, Ruff said of forward Josh Norris ahead of Friday’s matchup, “There’s a better…
Buffalo Sabres forward Josh Norris responded to head coach Lindy Ruff's public challenge by scoring two goals in a blowout victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Ruff noted prior to Friday's matchup that "there's a better Josh Norris there that just has to come out," addressing the veteran forward's early-season offensive slump.
Norris had previously tallied just two goals and three points across his first 15 games of the season. His two-goal performance brought his season totals to four goals and five points in 16 games, helping Buffalo surpass the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs in the Atlantic Division standings.
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