Rasmus Dahlin scored an early goal for the Buffalo Sabres, but the team was unable to secure a win against the Carolina Hurricanes, falling 2-1 at Lenovo Center on Monday. The Sabres managed only 19 shots on goal, though they created nine high-danger scoring chances according to Natural Stat Trick.
Dahlin opened the scoring just 1:33 into the first period with a wrist shot assisted by Jack Quinn and Jason Zucker. However, Carolina’s rookie goaltender Brandon Bussi stopped all subsequent attempts, including a notable glove save against Tage Thompson during a 2-on-0 rush and multiple saves in the final seconds of play.
Bussi recorded his 18th win in his 22nd career appearance. The Hurricanes’ goals came from Andrei Svechnikov in the first period and Seth Jarvis on a power play early in the third period. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 26 saves for Buffalo.
The game marked the beginning of five consecutive road games for the Sabres. Their next matchup is scheduled for Tuesday night in Nashville, with coverage beginning at 7:30 p.m. on MSG and puck drop at 8 p.m.
