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Sabres Dominate Red Wings 5-2 in Preseason Victory

9/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Buffalo Sabres beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 in a September 27, 2025 preseason at KeyBank Center, improving to 3-1.
Tage Thompson scored twice with an assist; Josh Norris added a goal and two assists.
Rasmus Dahlin opened the scoring, followed by Radim Mrtka's first preseason tally; Alex Lyon made 26 saves on 28 shots.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded to 14 teams in 1972, introducing the Buffalo Sabres, who quickly became a significant franchise. Established by Seymour and Northrup Knox, the Sabres have evolved over the years, with players like Tage Thompson shaping their competitive identity. Their recent preseason victory against the Detroit Red Wings underscores the enduring rivalry and ambition for future championships within the league.

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Story summary

The Buffalo Sabres beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 in a September 27, 2025 preseason at KeyBank Center, improving to 3-1.
Tage Thompson scored twice with an assist; Josh Norris added a goal and two assists.
Rasmus Dahlin opened the scoring, followed by Radim Mrtka's first preseason tally; Alex Lyon made 26 saves on 28 shots.

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