Archives for September 2015

'Jack Eichel: No words.' … [Read more...] about Observations through 4 preseason games

'Rookie Jack Eichel assisted on two of the Ennis goals, and Ennis helped on Evander Kane’s first period tally. Buffalo erased a 2-0 deficit to go 3-1 in preseason and win its second in two nights.' … [Read more...] about Ennis nets hat trick in Sabres’ victory

'“He’s had a lot of success in the NHL,” Eichel said. “We have some pretty good chemistry off the ice because we spend a lot of time together. I’m thinking that will translate to on the ice. It usually does.”' … [Read more...] about For Eichel, payback is an assist

New-look Buffalo Sabres serve notice to Ottawa Senators (Ottawa Sun) Jack Eichel, Matt O'Connor reunion will have to wait (Ottawa Sun) Jack Eichel puts on exhibition of skill, poise as Sabres down Senators (Ottawa Citizen) Senators suspend defenceman Mikail Wikstrand (Ottawa Citizen) Craig Anderson and teammates in a difficult evening (Le Droit) Wikstrand disappears … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Ottawa Coverage

'Evander Kane, Zemgus Girgensons and Johan Larsson, into an empty net, also scored for the Sabres. Chad Johnson faced 34 shots.' … [Read more...] about Four-point night from Ennis leads Sabres to 6-4 pre-season win over Senators

'ack Eichel assisted on two of Ennis' goals and Evander Kane racked up his third goal in two games. Playing with Kane and Eichel on Buffalo's number one line, Ennis was dominant, propelling the Sabres to their third win of the preseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Top Line Shines in 6-4 Win Over Sens

'My big rule is don't get too excited in preseason, but the play we're seeing from Eichel, Ennis, Kane, O'Reilly and McCabe I think can absolutely translate into the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new line strikes early

'“I knew he was super-skilled, I had seen a lot of his highlights and watched him play before,” Eichel said. “He’s pretty silky and to be a player of his size and do the things he does at this level, it’s pretty remarkable. He’s probably one of the most skilled guys in the NHL.”' … [Read more...] about Ennis scores hat trick to lead Sabres past Senators

'The Sabres wiped out deficits of 2-0 and 3-1 to improve to 2-1 in exhibition play. Mark Pysyk got the game-winner on a power play at 15:05 of the third period, a quick snapshot from the right circle through a Marcus Foligno screen. The Sabres went 3 for 4 with the man advantage in the game.' … [Read more...] about Power play strong as Sabres drop Leafs

'The O’Reillys’ mother, Bonnie, requested nearly three dozen tickets for the game when the family learned Cal, who is four years older than Ryan at age 28, was making his Sabres debut.' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly family has reunion in Toronto

'“Wherever I’m put and asked to play to be a part of this team, I’m willing to do that,” Reinhart said. “I’m fully comfortable with it and excited for the challenge.”' … [Read more...] about Reinhart takes turn at wing

'“I feel great. This never would have happened if I didn’t feel so good. When they offered me an opportunity to come back, I said, ‘Well, sure. Why not? What else am I going to do?’”' … [Read more...] about Jeanneret postpones retirement as Sabres announcer

'Their careers never intersected until July. Days after the Sabres acquired Ryan, 24, in a blockbuster deal with Colorado on June 26, they signed Cal, 28, to a one-way contract worth $1.4 million over two years, a massive sum for player the Sabres want to lead a scoring line with the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about O’Reilly brothers enjoy special night as Sabres teammates

'On a line with David Legwand and Jason Akeson, Rodrigues again showed flashes. He didn't look out of place with his professionally-seasoned line mates. Picking their brains is something Rodrigues said he'll do as much as he can.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rodrigues making a name for himself

Maple Leafs' Percy continues to display patience (Toronto Sun) Fit, healthy, Maple Leafs' Lupul hopes to bounce back (Toronto Sun) Joffrey Lupul optimistic Maple Leafs can surprise this season (Toronto Star) Tough lessons handed down (MapleLeafs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Toronto Coverage