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Sabres Need Important Forward To Step It Up

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October 13, 2024

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Sabres Need Important Forward To Step It Up

The Buffalo Sabres have had a tough start to their 2024-25 season. They lost each of their first three games in regulation but did secure a crucial win against the Florida Panthers yesterday (Oct. 12). Now, their goal will be to build on that, especially with their schedule getting a bit easier over the next three games.

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For the Sabres to turn their season around, they will need their top players to play at their highest levels. Dylan Cozens is one specific player who is looking to break the ice. The 6-foot-3 forward has zero points and a minus-3 rating in his first four games.

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There is no question that Cozens’ goal is to change that. The 2019 seventh-overall pick is aiming to have a bounce-back season in 2024-25, as he had 18 goals and 47 points in 79 contests last campaign. This was after he had a breakout season in 2022-23, recording career highs with 31 goals, 37 assists, and 68 points in 81 games.

Noting that Cozens has shown in the past that he can produce like a star, there is no question that he has the potential to overcome his slow start. He has also created many chances, recording 16 shots in his first four games. If he keeps this up, the goals will eventually start coming.