Sabres Add Grit, Eye Playoff Run

On March 24, the Buffalo Sabre sit at 95 points, holding a 4-point lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning for the top spot in there.

Division.

They just finished a road trip with a 6-5 overtime loss against the Anaheim Ducks, but they earned a crucial point and have now collected.

Points in 5 games in a row.

At the trade deadline, General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen focused on adding size and grit to the defense.

He brought in 6-7 Logan Stanley, veteran Luke Shen, and forward Sam Carrick to make the team tougher and better protect their stars.

These moves have helped shield players like Rasmus Dalin, who often faces heavy pressure from opponents.

Fans have warmed up quickly to Carrick for his strong face-offs in Smart Play, while the new defenseman brings experience that keeps things steady.

After the whistles.

The Sabres return home Wednesday night to face the Boston Bruins, with Alex Touch back in action, and Goli's Ugo Peca-Luko Konen and Alex Lyon, performing well.

Coach Lindy Ruff has the team playing a structured, physical style perfect for the playoffs.

If they keep earning points and hold off Tampa, the Sabres look ready not just to make the postseason, but to challenge deep into it.

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