New York Islanders center Brock Nelson (29) shoots the puck against Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) and Vancouver Canucks center Max Sasson (63) collide during the third period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)