BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Andrew Copp scored twice as the Detroit Red Wings snapped a five game skid by rallying to beat the Buffalo Sabres 6-5 in a shootout on Monday night. Copp’s second goal started Buffalo's comeback at 10:27 of the third period after trailing 5-3. Defenseman...
WASHINGTON CAPITALS Last season: 40-31-11, swept in first round of playoffs. COACH: Spencer Carbery (second NHL season, 40-31-11 in first year with Washington). SEASON OPENER: Oct. 12 vs. New Jersey. ...
Buffalo Sabres Last season: 39-37-6, extended NHL-worst playoff drought to a 13th season. COACH: Lindy Ruff, hired April 22. (571-432-84 and 78 ties over 16 seasons with three teams, including previous stint in Buffalo). SEASON OPENER: Oct. 4 vs. New...