With the Bruins being off to a 4-6-0 start and currently at the bottom of the Atlantic Division standings, Zacha's name has been floating around the rumor mill again. The Bruins forward would have the potential to be a strong pickup for the Sabres if brought in, as he is a top-six two-way forward who can play both left wing and center.

Buffalo Sabres star Tage Thompson delivered a message to his team and fanbase as they work through an early resurgence.

The Sabres fell to the Maple Leafs 4-3 in overtime, but the ingredients of their strong recent play remained intact. They held their opponent to 22 shots with tight, persistent checking. Both special teams units continued to excel. Physicality was met with timely responses.

The Sabres snatched three points from their Atlantic rivals, proving their fight. Now, they need to maintain their surge or risk falling back into old, sub-par habits.

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Jack Quinn also had a night to remember with two assists and a power-play goal, while Tyson Kozak earned praise from a basketball great.

Lyon has impressed in a big way for the Sabres early on this campaign, as he has recorded a .922 save percentage and a 2.61 goals-against average in seven appearances so far. This included him recording a 32-save shutout against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers on Oct. 18.