Owen Power scored the overtime winner as the Buffalo Sabres reeled off three unanswered goals to rally past the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 on Thursday. The comeback victory at Scotiabank Arena saw Buffalo overcome a late deficit to improve to a 4-3-1 record.
How did the Sabres overcome the deficit?
After trailing 4-2 in the third period, Buffalo found momentum through several key players. Jack Quinn led the offensive charge with two goals and two assists, while Dennis Gilbert and Mattias Samuelsson scored in the final frame to force overtime.
Buffalo's comeback was aided by the absence of Toronto's John Tavares, who left the game early in the third period following a collision with Josh Norris. The former captain appeared to favor his left leg as he exited the ice.
Marchenko shines in milestone game
Despite the loss, Toronto's Kirill Marchenko delivered a standout performance during his 300th NHL game. Marchenko recorded his fifth career hat trick, including a highlight-reel goal where he flipped the puck between his own legs.
Other notable game statistics included:
- Auston Matthews opened the scoring for Toronto.
- Sergei Bobrovsky made 29 saves for the Maple Leafs.
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 26 shots for the Sabres.
- Toronto's penalty kill successfully neutralized all three Buffalo opportunities.
Owen Power overtime winner details
At 3:14 of the overtime period, Owen Power ended the contest with a wrist shot from the top of the left face-off circle. He received a saucer pass from Jack Quinn and slipped past Marchenko to find an open lane. Power noted that the team's ability to come from behind has increased their confidence following similar performances last season.
FAQ
How many goals did Jack Quinn score?
Jack Quinn scored two goals and provided two assists during the game.
Did Kirill Marchenko score a hat trick?
Yes, Marchenko recorded his fifth career hat trick in his 300th NHL game.
