The Buffalo Sabres’ four-game road trip now takes them to Calgary’s Scotiabank Saddledome for a Thursday night matchup with the Flames. On Tuesday, the Sabres rode their top line to a 3-2 comeback victory in Vancouver, their third win of the season when trailing after two periods.

The Buffalo Sabres will attempt to build on their win in Vancouver when they face the Calgary Flames on Thursday night. Paul Hamilton has his game preview:

The Calgary Flames are home for one contest this week, facing the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night. Here's a rundown of everything you need to know.

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Thursday night the Buffalo Sabres will confront the hometown hockey heroes in Cowtown, encountering the Calgary Flames.  Puck drop is slated for 9 pm ET live from the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Jonathan Huberdeau and the Flames get a favorable home matchup with the Sabres tonight. Look for Huberdeau to lead on the way on offense in this one.

For the Flames, fresh off a four-game road trip, this is a brief pit stop at home before they once again pack their suitcases for a weekend back-to-back in Minnesota and Winnipeg.

BOTTOM LINE: The Calgary Flames face the Buffalo Sabres in a non-conference matchup. Calgary has a 22-16-7 record overall and a 14-6-3 record in home games. The Flames are 5-12-2 in games their opponents commit fewer penalties.

Jonathan Huberdeau leads all active Flames in career scoring against the Sabres. In 38 contests, he's recorded 13 goals and 41 points. Did You Know?

Ahead of the Calgary Flames contest against the Buffalo Sabres at the Saddledome on Thursday night, the home team made a roster adjustment, calling up Calgary Wranglers captain Clark Bishop. The pride of St. John’s! We have recalled forward Clark Bishop ( @cbish96) from the @ahlwranglers! #Flames | @original16beer pic.twitter.com/RDQ6wkPml1

Kulich played 17:47 in Vancouver, posted his first career three-point night and went 9-11 on faceoffs – but it was notable that he was 4-1 over the final 10 minutes and his faceoff win directly led to the winning goal.

Prediction for the NHL match which will take place on January 24. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.