‘They were playing a man’s game’: Sabres shut out by Blues

‘They were playing a man’s game’: Sabres Shut Out by Blues

The St. Louis Blues blocked 20 shots and goaltender Joel Hofer earned his first shutout of the season with a 3-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday at KeyBank Center.

Game Summary

The Buffalo Sabres failed to extend their performance into overtime this time and left the ice without any points after a 3-0 loss to St. Louis. This marked their fifth regulation or overtime defeat in the last six games.

Sabres' Coach and Player Comments

Sabres Head Coach Lindy Ruff spoke on the 3-0 loss to the Blues.

Rasmus Dahlin summed up the opposition’s effort shortly after the game.

Team Challenges and Performance

Injuries and illnesses have forced the Sabres to frequently adjust their lineup over the past five games.
The Sabres’ penalty kill has been strong, operating at 90.9% efficiency in its first 13 games, leading the NHL.
Right wing Alex Tuch took a shot in the third period during Thursday’s game against the Blues.

Fan Engagement

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“They were playing a man’s game,” reflecting the intensity and physicality displayed by the Blues.

Summary: The Sabres continue to struggle with injuries and recent losses, despite a strong penalty kill, as the Blues dominated with solid defense and goaltending for a shutout win.

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The Buffalo News — 2025-11-07