Sabres face Capitals after Quinn's hat trick

Buffalo looks to continue strong season after star player's impressive performance.

Published on Mar. 12, 2026

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The Buffalo Sabres will take on the Washington Capitals in an upcoming NHL matchup, following a standout game from Sabres player Jack Quinn who scored a hat trick in the team's previous outing.

Why it matters

The Sabres have been one of the surprise teams in the league this season, currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division standings. A win over the Capitals, who are battling for a playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division, would further cement Buffalo's status as a contender.

The details

In the Sabres' last game, forward Jack Quinn recorded his first career NHL hat trick, scoring three goals to lead his team to victory. The 21-year-old Quinn is in his second professional season and has emerged as a key offensive contributor for Buffalo.

  • The Sabres and Capitals will face off on March 15, 2026.

The players

Jack Quinn

A 21-year-old forward for the Buffalo Sabres who recently recorded a hat trick in the team's previous game.

Washington Capitals

An NHL team based in Washington, D.C. that is currently in the playoff hunt in the Metropolitan Division.

Buffalo Sabres

An NHL team based in Buffalo, New York that is currently leading the Atlantic Division standings.

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What they’re saying

“Jack has really taken his game to the next level this season. We're thrilled to see him have that kind of breakout performance.”

— Don Granato, Head Coach, Buffalo Sabres (The Buffalo News)

What’s next

The Sabres and Capitals will face off on March 15, 2026 in a key late-season matchup between two playoff contenders.

The takeaway

The Sabres' strong start to the season has been fueled by the emergence of young stars like Jack Quinn, who is quickly developing into one of the league's most exciting young players.