Pregame analysis and predictions of the Anaheim Ducks vs. Buffalo Sabres NHL game to be played on February 25, 2025 on ESPN.

Lindy Ruff is continuing to keep his eye on the standings as the Buffalo Sabres embrace the steep climb ahead of them coming out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break. Ruff has targeted seven points in every five-game stretch – a 3-1-1 record – as a path to climbing back into contention.

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 16 saves to help the Sabres improve to 6-1-0 in their last seven games. Down 2-0 entering the final period, Peterka ignited the rally at 1:56 with a one-timer from the right circle off a quick feed from Cozens.

Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Anaheim Ducks, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP

The Anaheim Ducks have not been in a playoff race this late in the season in seven years. They will try to better their chances of ending their postseason drought when they visit the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night in the finale of a three-game road trip.

The Buffalo Sabres are coming off a win over the New York Rangers where it scored a season-high eight goals. Buffalo hosts the Anaheim Ducks Tuesday, with puck drop set for 7 p.m. ET. How to watch: Sabres vs.

The Ducks will conclude a three-game northeast road trip and look to extend a season-long five-game point streak, tonight facing off with the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. PUCK DROP: 4 P.M. PT | W

The Buffalo Sabres, in partnership with Delaware North, are proud to announce special food and beverage offerings provided by local Black-owned businesses as part of a Black History Celebration during our game against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday,

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The Buffalo Sabres have now won six straight on home ice after a 3-2 comeback victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, but with the club still in last place in the Eastern Conference and 11 points behind Columbus in the second wildcard spot,

Henri Jokiharju scored 9:31 into the third period to give the Buffalo Sabres a 3-2 win against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night.