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The Buffalo Sabres pulled off a stunning 6-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night, throwing a wrench in the Capitals’ late-season playoff push. JJ Peterka was the star of the show, scoring two goals, including the go-ahead goal that set the tone for the Sabres’ dominant performance.

Tage Thompson, Alex Tuch, and Rasmus Dahlin also had stellar outings, each contributing a goal and two assists to the team’s impressive win. The Sabres exploded in the third period, scoring three goals in just 2 minutes and 30 seconds to secure their victory.

Goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 23 saves, bouncing back after allowing an early goal to keep the Capitals at bay. Meanwhile, Sabres forward Jeff Skinner marked his 1,000th career NHL game, although he was unable to find the back of the net on this milestone night.

The Capitals, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with the Sabres’ offensive onslaught. Dylan Strome scored the only two goals for Washington, as goalie Charlie Lindgren was pulled after allowing six goals on 31 shots.

The Sabres paid tribute to Skinner’s achievement with a special pre-game ceremony, presenting him with a silver stick and honoring him for his dedication to the sport. Despite Skinner’s individual milestone, the team’s focus remains on finishing the season strong and making a push for the playoffs.

With this impressive win under their belt, the Sabres are now within five points of the Capitals in the Eastern Conference standings. The team will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against the Philadelphia Flyers as they continue their quest for a playoff spot.