The Rochester Americans, AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres, split their opening weekend series with the Toronto Marlies. The Amerks handily won 4-2 on Friday night before falling 3-1 on Saturday evening. Two games into the season, the Amerks are in fourth place in the North Division with a record of 1-1.
Friday Night Victory
The Amerks fell behind early in Friday’s home opener, as Alex Steeves slapped home a shot from the slot to beat Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen just 3:30 in. As the period went on, several penalties were called in Rochester’s favor, and eventually, they were able to capitalize.