‘The Sabres looked to be back in sync to start the third period, scoring less than a minute into the third period. Jake McCabe’s first goal of the season came 20 seconds into the third and brought Buffalo within a goal, 4-3. However, Eric Staal turned the pick over in the defensive zone seconds later that led to a Jakub Vrana goal and 5-3 Capitals lead.’
Slow start: Sabres drop season opener to Washington
Source: WGR-AM