Peterka's Double and Thompson's Hat Trick Propel Buffalo Sabres to Victory Over Capitals

Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024

JJ Peterka played a pivotal role for the Buffalo Sabres by netting two goals, including the decisive one, in their 6-2 triumph against the Washington Capitals.

Contributions were also notable from Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, and Rasmus Dahlin, each adding a goal and a pair of assists to the Sabres' robust offensive display, with Zemgus Girgensons chipping in with a goal as well.

The Sabres bounced back from an initial setback by netting three straight goals, highlighted by Peterka's successful power-play shot.

Demonstrating their dominance in the final period, the Sabres quickly scored three goals in just 2:30, with Tuch's score prompting the exit of Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren from the game.

Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen guarded the net effectively, making 23 saves, in contrast to Lindgren, who surrendered six goals from 31 shots before Darcy Kuemper stepped in as his replacement.

A special moment before the game honored Jeff Skinner for reaching the milestone of 1,000 NHL games, marking the occasion with a ceremony and the gift of a silver stick.

Having faced their first defeat after a six-game winning streak, the Capitals look forward to playing the Pittsburgh Penguins at home on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Sabres aim to wrap up their five-game homestand on a high note against the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday.

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