Early Season StruggleSource: Jamestown Post-Journal ‘Tim Connolly and Thomas Vanek have been nonexistent on the offensive end and it’s hard to point out one defenseman who has played well.’ Related posts: In quest for post-season, Sabres need to find a point Bruins’ win ousts Sabres Sabres shut up Rangers in rout Sabres Open Season With 6-4 Win Over Isles Vanek staying positive despite early struggles