Sabres aim to continue uphill climb in clash vs. Maple Leafs

The Buffalo Sabres will bid to boost their flickering playoff hopes Monday night when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs.

The Sabres trail the New York Islanders by seven points for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference after a 2-1 overtime loss at home to the New York Rangers on Saturday.

The Sabres, who have one win in their past seven games (1-5-1), open a three-game road trip on Monday.

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