DETROIT — Dylan Larkin made a significant contribution to the Detroit Red Wings’ efforts by netting two power-play goals during the second period, which helped his team break a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday evening.

Cam Talbot was instrumental for Detroit, making a total of 31 saves in the match. The Red Wings had suffered a 5-3 defeat to Buffalo just one week prior to this contest.

For the Sabres, Alex Tuch managed to score a short-handed goal, marking their third consecutive loss. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen contributed with 21 saves for Buffalo.

Despite being outshot for the eighth game in a row, Detroit kept their lead intact. The Red Wings have faced an uphill battle during this stretch, being outshot 276-181 overall.

**Takeaways**

Buffalo has struggled this season on the power play, ranking 31st with only three goals from 33 opportunities before this game. They failed to capitalize on two power-play chances against Detroit, continuing their dry spell on the road.

For the Red Wings, with six of their next seven matches set to be away from home, it was crucial for them to secure these two points to halt their losing skid. Detroit is eager to make the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade.

**Key Moment**

A defining play came from Tuch, who captured his second short-handed goal of the season with a breakaway after successfully stealing the puck from Larkin at center ice. Larkin bounced back impressively, contributing to Detroit’s success during their subsequent two power-play opportunities.

**Key Stat**

Notably, Larkin has scored six out of his seven goals this season while on the power play, further emphasizing his role in special teams. Since the beginning of the 2022-23 season, he has amassed 35 goals in power-play situations.

**Up Next**

The Sabres will be facing the Ottawa Senators in their next match on Tuesday, while the Red Wings prepare to visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday.