Oilers Stay Hot, Sabres Struggle Heading into Monday’s Matchup

The Edmonton Oilers (40-20-4) are heating up at the right time, while the Buffalo Sabres (26-34-5) are searching for answers as the two teams prepare to face off on Monday night in Buffalo.

Edmonton enters the game on a two-game win streak, picking up a 3-2 OT win over Montreal before holding off the Dallas Stars 5-4 on Saturday. Meanwhile, Buffalo has lost six straight (0-5-1) and was shut out 4-0 by Florida in its last game.

Oilers’ Offense Finding Its Groove

Edmonton’s top scorers took over against Dallas, racing out to a 5-1 lead before holding on for the win.

• Zach Hyman led the way with two goals and an assist.
• Connor McDavid extended his point streak to seven games (2G, 8A).
• Leon Draisaitl (46 goals) added an assist, stretching his point streak to 14 games (11G, 10A).

Draisaitl has been held off the scoresheet just twice since Dec. 5, proving why he leads the NHL in goals.

New Faces Contributing for Edmonton

Defenseman Jake Walman, acquired from San Jose before the trade deadline, picked up an assist in his Oilers debut.

Monday’s game also kicks off a four-game road trip for Edmonton, which has won four of the last six meetings against Buffalo (4-1-1).

Sabres Desperate to End Losing Streak

Buffalo has struggled to keep the puck out of its net, allowing four or more goals in all six losses during its current skid.

After being shut out 4-0 by the Panthers on Saturday, forward Alex Tuch called for his team to step up.

“We have to be the best we can be for these last 20 games, individually and as a team,” Tuch said.

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Josh Norris Makes His Buffalo Debut

Trade deadline acquisition Josh Norris played 20:27 in his Sabres debut after coming over from Ottawa in exchange for Dylan Cozens. Tuch praised Norris’ potential, saying, “He’s got a really high ceiling and brings a unique skill set.”

Key Players to Watch

Edmonton Oilers

• Leon Draisaitl – Leads the NHL with 46 goals, on a 14-game point streak.
• Connor McDavid – On a seven-game point streak, carrying Edmonton’s offense.
• Zach Hyman – Coming off a two-goal, one-assist performance.

Buffalo Sabres

• Josh Norris – Looking to make an impact after his first game in Buffalo.
• Alex Tuch – Trying to rally the Sabres during their slump.
• Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen – Needs a bounce-back game after a rough stretch in net.

Game Outlook & Prediction

The Oilers are clicking offensively, while the Sabres can’t find consistency on either end of the ice. Expect Edmonton’s stars to take control, with Buffalo struggling to keep pace.

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Prediction: Oilers 5, Sabres 2

Can Buffalo snap its losing streak, or will Edmonton extend its win streak to three? We’ll find out Monday night.