Sabres Punch Playoff Ticket in Columbus Shutout

The Buffalo Sabres head into Columbus knowing a regulation win locks up their long-awaited return to the postseason dance. With the Blue Jackets fighting to play spoiler in a packed arena, Buffalo's depth players step up big while their core stays cool under pressure. This victory carries massive weight for a franchise that's endured years of rebuild pain, setting the stage for what could be their deepest playoff run in a generation.