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The St. Louis Blues are playing their final preseason game against the Chicago Blackhawks on October 4, featuring a mix of veteran and young players, after their first preseason win. The regular season starts on October 9 at home against the Minnesota Wild.
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 4-1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets in their second preseason game, showcasing players like Arturs Silovs, Zach Gallant, Ville Koivunen, and Ben Kindel, with highlights including Silovs' debut, Koivunen's improved conditioning, and Kindel's notable opportunities against higher competition.
The Buffalo Sabres will open their preseason schedule against the Washington Capitals, with the game serving as an evaluation opportunity for the team's coaching staff. The Sabres will field a roster of young players looking to make the jump to the NHL, including first-round picks Jiri Kulich and Isak Rosen. Goaltender Eric Comrie is expected to start, with other prospects getting playing time throughout the week. The Capitals will also dress a young roster featuring players who faced off against the Sabres' prospects in the AHL playoffs.