Sabres Defeat Blackhawks, Tuch Achieves Hat Trick

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-2, led by Alex Tuch's hat trick, marking their second consecutive victory after a 13-game winless streak. Jack Quinn and Dylan Cozens contributed with a goal and an assist each, while Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen secured his 10th win of the season by stopping 15 of 17 shots. The Sabres quickly gained a 4-0 lead in the first period, capitalizing on a Connor Bedard turnover. The Blackhawks attempted a comeback with goals from Tyler Bertuzzi and Seth Jones but could not sustain momentum against the Sabres' defense. Arvid Soderblom replaced starting goalie Petr Mrazek after he allowed four goals on 11 shots, managing to stop 22 of 24 shots thereafter. Meanwhile, in another game, Sharks defenseman Jan Rutta scored his first goal of the season to help San Jose take a lead over the Edmonton Oilers.