Verified Sports Report — All Facts Confirmed Through First-Hand League Sources

By Appalachian Post Sports Desk
Date: December 1, 2025

The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5–1 on Monday night at KeyBank Center, powered by a dominant return performance from Josh Norris, who recorded two goals and an assist in his first game back from injury.

The Sabres controlled the pace from the opening period, scoring twice in the first 20 minutes and adding three more goals before the final horn. Norris’ pair of goals bookended Buffalo’s offensive surge, while additional scoring came from Rasmus Dahlin, Jack Quinn, and J.J. Peterka, according to the NHL’s official game summary.

Winnipeg struggled to sustain offensive pressure, managing just a single goal from Kyle Connor midway through the second period. Jets goaltender Eric Comrie stopped 24 shots in the loss, while the Sabres’ Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen turned aside 32 of 33 shots in a strong showing.

The loss halts the Jets’ momentum as Winnipeg continues a difficult early-season road stretch. Buffalo, meanwhile, earned its second straight victory and showed improved defensive structure throughout the game.

The Appalachian Post reports only verified facts based on first-hand league statistics and official NHL results.

Sources (First-Hand / Official)

Winnipeg Jets — Postgame Notes via Team Media

NHL.com — Buffalo Sabres vs Winnipeg Jets Official Game Recap & Box Score

Buffalo Sabres — Team Media & Game Summary

Photo Credit: NHL.com