Sabres Routed by Tampa Bay; Defensive Breakdowns and Goaltending Under Scrutiny

Buffalo lost 8-3 at home to Tampa Bay on Nov. 11 after briefly rallying from 4-0 to 4-3; Kucherov recorded a hat trick. A recap reiterated the defensive breakdowns and goaltending change, while Lyon is practicing without a confirmed return date; the Sabres begin a six-game road trip in Chicago.