New York Islanders Blank Buffalo Sabres 3-0, Snap Three-Game Losing Streak

Saturday, November 30th, 2024

Simon Holmstrom netted two goals, and Ilya Sorokin recorded his first shutout of the season with 29 saves, leading the New York Islanders to a 3-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night.

Anders Lee also found the back of the net for New York, breaking a three-game losing streak. James Reimer stopped 17 shots for the Sabres, marking their third consecutive defeat.

Lee scored off a pass from Kyle Palmieri at 7:23 in the second period, and Holmstrom followed with his sixth goal at 9:28. Holmstrom sealed the game with an empty-net goal in the final seconds.

The Islanders have secured victories in seven out of nine games when leading after two periods this season. Conversely, the Sabres have been held scoreless twice in their last three games.

Reflections

Buffalo has been shut out for the second time in their recent three matchups.

The Islanders have bettered their record to 4-5-2 at home and achieved a 5-5-4 tally on the road.

Pivotal Point

Ilya Sorokin delivered an impressive pad save against Dylan Cozens of the Sabres early in the second period while Buffalo was playing short-handed.

Significant Numbers

The Islanders have outscored their opponents 42-31 in the first and second periods but have been outpaced 43-22 in the third period and overtime.

Upcoming Matches

Buffalo will host Colorado on Tuesday to commence a five-game homestand, while the Islanders will travel to Montreal for their next game.

New York Islanders vs Buffalo Sabres Game Stats

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