Jiri Kulich's impressive performance led the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, marking the Sabres' recovery from a tough previous loss. Kulich recorded a goal and two assists, while J.J. Peterka added another goal and assist to the scoreboard. Tage Thompson scored his 21st goal of the season, and Rasmus Dahlin contributed with two assists.

For the Canucks, Elias Pettersson and Phillip Di Giuseppe found the back of the net, with Di Giuseppe scoring his first goal of the season. Despite their effort, the Canucks faced challenges, including Tyler Myers serving a suspension. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was notable in goal for Buffalo, stopping 32 of 34 shots.