Buffalo Sabres Beat Chicago Blackhawks 6-2, Snap 13-Game Winless Streak

Sabres’ Alex Tuch Scores Hat Trick in Victory

The Buffalo Sabres snapped a 13-game winless streak (0-10-3) with a dominant 6-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night. Alex Tuch led the way with a hat trick, including two goals in the third period, as the Sabres handed the Blackhawks their 14th loss in 19 games.

Strong Start for Sabres

Dylan Cozens and Jack Quinn each had a goal and an assist in the first period, while Zach Benson and Tuch also found the back of the net to give the Sabres a 4-0 lead. Goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 15 saves in the opening period, but was relieved of his duties after the first period.

Tuch’s Hat Trick Seals the Deal

Tuch scored twice in the third period, including the empty-netter with 1:14 remaining to secure the win. Seth Jones cut the Sabres’ lead to 4-2 before Tuch’s late goal sealed the victory.

Takeaways

• The Blackhawks dropped to 5-14-2 on the road, with five consecutive away losses.
• The Sabres’ consecutive blowout wins have restored some confidence and eased fan discontent after the third-longest skid in team history.
• The Sabres visit St. Louis on Sunday, while the Blackhawks host the Dallas Stars on Sunday and the St. Louis Blues in the NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field on Tuesday.

Key Moment

Cozens set up Quinn’s one-timer on a rush 15 seconds after Tuch’s tip-in, making it 3-0 within the opening 13 minutes.

Key Stat

The Blackhawks trailed by three goals before recording a shot on net at 13:11 into the first period.

Up Next

The Sabres visit St. Louis on Sunday, while the Blackhawks host the Dallas Stars on Sunday and the St. Louis Blues in the NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field on Tuesday.

Conclusion

The Sabres’ dominant performance has brought a much-needed boost to their season, while the Blackhawks are struggling to find consistency on the road. The Sabres will look to continue their winning streak against the St. Louis Blues on Sunday, while the Blackhawks will try to bounce back against the Dallas Stars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What was the final score in the game?
A: The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-2.

Q: Who scored a hat trick for the Sabres?
A: Alex Tuch scored three goals, including two in the third period.

Q: How many consecutive away games has the Blackhawks lost?
A: The Blackhawks have lost five consecutive away games.