Tuch scores twice, Sabres claim fourth consecutive win

Alex Tuch led the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, scoring two goals and providing an assist, marking the team's first four-game winning streak in more than two years. Tuch's performance included a game-winning goal, bringing his season total to 18 and keeping him on track for his third consecutive 20-goal season. The Sabres had previously held a team meeting to address a lack of response following an illegal hit on teammate Tage Thompson, who was sidelined for the game. Despite injuries to key players, including Thompson and goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, the Sabres managed to secure the win with strong contributions from Tuch and goalie James Reimer, who made 28 saves. The Blue Jackets, who struggled after a lengthy road trip, saw goals from Kent Johnson and Ivan Provorov but ultimately fell short. This victory improves the Sabres' recent home performance, winning seven of their last nine games at KeyBank Center.