Buffalo is much more dangerous offensively since blossoming star Jack Eichel returned from an ankle injury three games ago. The Sabres scored a combined nine goals in Eichel's first two games back. They fired 35 shots in their last game, but were thwarted by Bruins hot goalie Tukka Rask in a 2-1 Saturday loss. Eichel has four points since returning, including three goals.

Washington's scoring is down this season. The frustrated Capitals haven't won during their last three games. They still rank in the top 10 in shots, though, and are due for a breakout scoring game especially their leading goal scorer Alex Ovechkin. He's been held goal less for four games after netting a hat trick on Nov. 23.