The upcoming matchup features the Buffalo Sabres taking on the Vegas Golden Knights in what promises to be an exciting game. Scheduled for 10 p.m. ET, fans can catch the action on Scripps and MSG-B. Below is a detailed look at the projected lineups for both teams, along with recent status updates on key players.
Buffalo Sabres Projected Lineup
- Zach Benson — Tage Thompson — Alex Tuch
- Jason Zucker — Ryan McLeod — Jack Quinn
- Noah Ostlund — Josh Norris — Josh Doan
- Peyton Krebs — Sam Carrick — Beck Malenstyn
- Mattias Samuelsson — Rasmus Dahlin
- Bowen Byram — Owen Power
- Logan Stanley — Zach Metsa
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
- Alex Lyon
Scratched players include Michael Kesselring, Josh Dunne, and Luke Schenn. Notable injuries on the team consist of Tanner Pearson, Colten Ellis, Tyson Kozak, Jordan Greenway, Conor Timmins, Jiri Kulich, and Justin Danforth.
Injury Updates
Mattias Samuelsson may return after missing the last game due to an undisclosed injury. Meanwhile, Alex Tuch’s participation is uncertain as he missed the morning skate due to illness.
Vegas Golden Knights Projected Lineup
- Ivan Barbashev — Jack Eichel — Mark Stone
- Pavel Dorofeyev — Tomas Hertl — Mitch Marner
- Brett Howden — Colton Sissons — Braeden Bowman
- Cole Smith — Nic Dowd — Keegan Kolesar
- Brayden McNabb — Shea Theodore
- Noah Hanifin — Rasmus Andersson
- Jeremy Lauzon — Kaedan Korczak
- Adin Hill
- Akira Schmid
Players scratched for the Golden Knights include Ben Hutton, Brandon Saad, and Reilly Smith. The team has also reported injuries to Carter Hart, William Karlsson, and Jonas Rondbjerg.
Recent Performances
The Golden Knights recently completed a 4-0 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, demonstrating strong form. The Sabres, on the other hand, secured a 3-2 shootout win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, showcasing their competitive spirit.
This matchup promises a thrilling contest as both teams aim for valuable points in the standings. Fans can look forward to seeing how the projected lineups fare against each other in this critical game.
