Feb 13, 2020; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel (9) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
As the 2021 NHL season begins, the league will have a different look than it did a year ago. This season will see a 56-game intra-division schedule and division realignments including the all-Canadian North Division to prevent cross-border travel. The most significant difference, as far as the Buffalo Sabres are concerned, is their strength of schedule due to the caliber of their division opponents.