Elliott made 32 saves during Monday's 6-5 overtime victory over the host Sabres.
Idle since Nov. 15, Elliott allowed five goals but secured the Lightning's sixth win in their past seven games. The 37-year-old backup netminder made his first start since he allowed four goals during a win over the Stars. Elliott (5-1-0) claimed his fifth consecutive decision, but he has surrendered 12 goals on his past 93 shots.