The Buffalo Sabres were going for their ninth straight win and the opportunity to sit atop the NHL standings tonight against the Red Wings.
It was a fast paced first period in Detroit. Both teams had their opportunities on the rush throughout the opening 20 minutes.
The Sabres got on the board first with Jeff Skinner scoring his 18th goal of the season on the power play. He was around the net again to bang home a Jack Eichel rebound to give the Sabres the lead.
The Red Wings showed their speed on numerous occasions throughout the period.