Sharks' Wennberg scores power-play goal against Sabres' Lyon

Alexander Wennberg's tally makes it 5-3 in the game between San Jose and Buffalo.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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In a matchup between the San Jose Sharks and Buffalo Sabres, Alexander Wennberg of the Sharks scored a power-play goal against Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon. The goal came as part of a high-scoring affair between the two teams.

Why it matters

Power-play goals can be crucial in close NHL games, and this tally by Wennberg helped the Sharks maintain their lead over the Sabres. The game featured several goals scored by both teams, indicating an exciting and competitive matchup between the two clubs.

The details

Wennberg's power-play goal came as the Sharks were on the man advantage. He was able to beat Lyon, the Sabres' starting goaltender, to make the score 5-3 in favor of San Jose.

  • The goal was scored during the game between the Sharks and Sabres on March 11, 2026.

The players

Alexander Wennberg

A forward for the San Jose Sharks who scored the power-play goal.

Alex Lyon

The starting goaltender for the Buffalo Sabres who was scored on by Wennberg's power-play tally.

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The takeaway

Wennberg's power-play goal was an important contribution to the Sharks' effort to defeat the Sabres in this high-scoring matchup between the two teams.