The New Jersey Devils secured a decisive 5-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres in an NHL regular season game at KeyBank Center. Goaltender Jake Allen made 42 saves for the shutout, while Arseny Gritsyuk scored twice to lead the offensive effort. This win improves the Devils' record to 16-7-1.
Game Overview
The New Jersey Devils dominated the Buffalo Sabres with a 5-0 shutout win on the road. Played at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, the game highlighted strong defensive play from the Devils, who limited the Sabres to zero goals despite 42 shots on net.
Key Performances
Jake Allen anchored the victory in net, stopping all 42 shots faced for a 1.000 save percentage. Arseny Gritsyuk was a standout offensively, netting two goals, including his fifth and sixth of the season. Other scorers included Nico Hischier, Brenden Dillon, and Paul Cotter, each contributing one goal.
Scoring Timeline
- First period (12:07): Nico Hischier scored his ninth goal, assisted by Timo Meier.
- Second period (7:45): Arseny Gritsyuk added his fifth, with assists from Ondrej Palat and Dawson Mercer.
- Third period (1:39): Brenden Dillon tallied his third, assisted by Connor Brown and Paul Cotter.
- Third period (5:22): Paul Cotter scored his second, assisted by Brenden Dillon.
- Third period (16:49): Arseny Gritsyuk sealed it with his sixth, assisted by Ondrej Palat.
The Devils' balanced attack and Allen's stellar performance propelled them into first place in their division, while the Sabres fell to 9-11-4.