Lyon to Start Saturday vs. Islanders After Strong Return

Alex Lyon is confirmed to start in goal for the Buffalo Sabres against the Islanders on Saturday. This follows his return from a nine-game absence due to a lower-body injury, where he made 31 saves in a 5-3 win over Nashville on Tuesday. Lyon holds an 11-6-3 record this season with a 2.83 GAA and a .907 save percentage in 22 appearances. The Islanders, 24th in goals per game, will see Bo Horvat return, potentially boosting their offense.