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Key Points:
- The Buffalo Sabres are set to play the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, entering the game just one point outside a wild card playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
- Buffalo recently ended a 10-game winning streak with a loss in Columbus but bounced back with a 5-3 win over Vancouver, preparing now for a crucial five-game homestand against Eastern playoff contenders.
- Sabres coach Lindy Ruff has not announced the starting goalie for Thursday, planning to rotate Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Colten Ellis, with Alex Lyon expected to return from injury later in the stretch.
- The Rangers face significant challenges with key players Igor Shesterkin and Adam Fox placed on injured reserve, impacting their
