Fansided · 2 days ago
One critical problem is fueling the Buffalo Sabres' volatile play
The Buffalo Sabres can't finish, at least not consistently, and it's become a growing concern as the team attempts to navigate an erratic start to the season.
Buffalo, which finished fifth in goals scored per game in 2025-26 (3.45), is still generating its fair share of chances. It ranks seventh in expected goals per 60 minutes (3.52), per Natural Stat Trick. Yet, the club has dropped to 21st in goals scored per contest (2.94).
Every time it feels like the Sabres might be turning a corner, such as when they scored five goals on 36 shots in Friday night's win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, there's a game like Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights to squash the enthusiasm.