Juuse Saros delivered an outstanding performance against Buffalo, thwarting 34 of 35 shots faced. After the Sabres closed in with a penalty-shot goal to cut the Nashville lead to just one, Saros faced a flurry of prime scoring chances in the second half of the game. In a late second-period chance, Saros showcased his resilience with a solid save on Alex Tuch's slot shot. Then, in the waning moments of the second period, Saros made a pivotal stop on Dylan Cozens, preserving the lead for the team entering the third period. Saros continued his stellar play with another crucial left pad save on Cozens in the middle of the third period. Recognizing his exceptional efforts, Saros earned the well-deserved first star of the game honors.