NHL Season Secrets: Uncover the Surprising Strengths, Hidden Weaknesses, and Game-Changing X Factors for Every Team
Biggest concern: Buffalo has leaned on its core before … and the results haven’t come. It’s an execution issue for the Sabres. They actually need Doan and Norris and Quinn to thrive so that Buffalo doesn’t immediately lag behind the rest of their division.
Beyond that, the Sabres must leverage the skill they have on special teams, too. Buffalo was 23rd on the penalty kill (76.4%) and 24th on the power play (18.8%) last season. Given their roster of scoring threats, that’s especially surprising. Their kill would be aided by better goaltending as well, and there’s another worrisome spot.
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