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Sabres Blow 3-0 Lead, Fall to Avalanche in Overtime

1/3/2025

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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the Buffalo Sabres squandered a commanding 3-0 lead against the Colorado Avalanche, succumbing to a 6-5 overtime loss. Jason Zucker's dazzling hat trick couldn't save the day as the Sabres faltered, conceding two late goals, including a gut-punch equalizer with just 6.8 seconds remaining. This marks their fourth time in 15 games letting a lead slip away.

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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the Buffalo Sabres squandered a commanding 3-0 lead against the Colorado Avalanche, succumbing to a 6-5 overtime loss. Jason Zucker's dazzling hat trick couldn't save the day as the Sabres faltered, conceding two late goals, including a gut-punch equalizer with just 6.8 seconds remaining. This marks their fourth time in 15 games letting a lead slip away.