GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Arizona Coyotes remain in search of their first home victory, but they are getting closer.
The Coyotes put a scare into Buffalo in a 5-4 loss Thursday by scoring three goals in the final eight minutes, including one with 52 seconds remaining before falling short at home.
Next up for the Coyotes (1-12-1) is the visiting Carolina Hurricanes, who have played better on the road than at home this season.
The Hurricanes (4-5-2) have three road victories. Arizona played nine of its first 14 on the road, its lone victory coming in a 4-3 overtime decision in Philadelphia on Monday.