Following Carter Hutton's 23-save victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said the win itself was secondary to the work the goalie had put in to prepare for it.
Hutton had only made three starts since the beginning of December prior to Linus Ullmark's injury, which occurred during the third period against Ottawa last Tuesday. He's stopped 49 of 52 shots in two starts since, good for a .942 save percentage.
The results, Krueger said, are a testament Hutton's attitude and work with assistant coach Mike Bales.
Positive attitude, extra work prepared Hutton to resume starting role
News and notes from Monday's practice

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Monday's Practice Report
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MTL@BUF: Hutton stamps out Suzuki's chance
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AFTER PRACTICE: Ralph Krueger