In a fun promotional video leading up to the game, players were given Thanksgiving-themed nicknames, including JJ Peterka as JJ Pe-Turkey and Alex Tuch as Alex Tuchy Leg.

The team is currently facing the longest playoff drought in NHL history, having missed the postseason for 13 consecutive years.

Despite their struggles this season, the Sabres are off to an 8-9-1 start and are working hard to compete for a playoff spot.

To help turn things around, the Sabres have re-hired Lindy Ruff, their winningest head coach, who boasts 579 regular-season victories.

Ruff's coaching career is notable, as he has achieved a total of 872 regular-season wins, placing him fifth on the NHL's all-time list.

On the night before Thanksgiving, the Buffalo Sabres will host a special home game against the Minnesota Wild, aiming to attract larger crowds during this festive time.

As part of the event, the first 10,000 fans at KeyBank Center will receive a unique gravy boat giveaway designed to resemble a Sabres Zamboni.