Vancouver Canucks defeated Buffalo Sabres 3-2, securing their first win in three games.

Elias Pettersson scored twice and provided an assist as the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2, securing their first win in three games. The Canucks climbed to the top of the Western Conference standings, one point ahead of the Winnipeg Jets and Colorado Avalanche. The Sabres missed the opportunity to gain ground in the Eastern Conference's race for the second wildcard spot.