Their momentum died in the second period, and the Sabres paid the price for sloppy defense again and again in a 4-3 loss.
Hockey Day in America got off to a great start for the Buffalo Sabres. But as the day went on, the Penguins showed why they've been able to crawl back into a playoff spot while the Sabres still have plenty of growing to do, as Pittsburgh took advantage of their chances and shut Buffalo down to earn a 4-3 win.
The Sabres got off to a flying start to this game, dominating the first period with a 15-6 shot advantage.