With Filip Hronek out of the lineup, one defenceman who stepped up in a big way was Tyler Myers. During Myers' 15:24 of even-strength ice time, Vancouver held an 11-7 shots advantage while also outscoring Buffalo 2-0. In the end, Myers looked comfortable beside Quinn Hughes, which could be a permanent pairing until Hronek returns from injury.

The Sabres conclude the back-to-back with a Saturday night game at the New York Islanders. Coverage on MSG begins at 7 p.m. with puck drop scheduled for 7:30.

Bowen Byram after the Sabres came back from a 3-1 deficit to salvage a point: "It's still a disappointing loss. I thought we played pretty well but at the end of the day when you don't get two points,

Forward wins it at 3:59, extends point streak to 7 for Vancouver; Cozens scores twice in 3rd to tie it for Buffalo