The Buffalo Sabres, who were once at the top of the Atlantic Division, now find themselves in the fifth spot after spiraling out of control and losing 5 in a row. Tonight they return home to KeyBank Center for a matchup with the Carolina Hurricanes. There will be a sense of urgency tonight for the Sabres but they will have their hands full because the Canes have won the last 9 meetings between these two clubs. On a positive note for Buffalo, they are catching a team that is 3-4-1 on the road and just 1-4 in their last 5 games, with their one win coming against the lowly Ottawa Senators. The Sabres have played well at KeyBank Center, going 5-2-1, will be a home dog in this one and are worth a consideration.
TONIGHT’S PICK: BUFFALO SABRES