How to watch, lineup notes, and storylines
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Key Points:
- The Buffalo Sabres have won 12 of their last 13 games and are currently one point out of a wild card playoff spot, with several games in hand on competitors.
- The Sabres begin a five-game homestand with a game against the Anaheim Ducks, who have struggled recently, going 1-8-1 in their last 10 games.
- Buffalo has a strong home record this season (13-5-2) with a .700 points percentage, tied for third best in the NHL.
- The Ducks, led by young forwards Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier, and Beckett Sennecke, have defensive issues, allowing five or more goals in six of their last seven games.
