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Askarov Resurgence Continues, But Sabres Shut Out Sharks 2-0

The San Jose Sharks welcome the Buffalo Sabres to SAP Center. Yaroslav Askarov stopped 38-of-39 shots, but the Sharks were […]

By Sheng Peng · San Jose Hockey Now

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 5:22 AM

Key Things to Know

The Buffalo Sabres shut out the San Jose Sharks 2-0 despite Yaroslav Askarov making 38 saves.
Olen Zellweger scored Buffalo's opening goal in the second period.
Zach Benson secured the victory for the Sabres with a late empty-net goal.

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The Buffalo Sabres shut out the San Jose Sharks 2-0 at SAP Center despite a standout performance from goaltender Yaroslav Askarov. Askarov made 38 saves on 39 shots, marking his third consecutive start with a save percentage of .900 or better, but San Jose's offense failed to capitalize on multiple scoring chances.

Buffalo opened the scoring in the second period with a goal from Olen Zellweger that slipped through Askarov. Zach Benson sealed the victory for the Sabres with a late empty-net goal in the third period after stripping the puck from Sharks rookie Otto Stenberg.

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