'“When you can score goals and get life in this building, that’s tough to play against,” O’Reilly said. “That’s what we want. We want to create, get goals and keep feeding off them like we did there. It’s definitely a positive thing.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ O’Reilly hopes to show the city a winning team
Archives for January 11, 2017
Kyle Okposo ready for his L.A. closeup as an NHL All-Star
'“It’s awesome,” said linemate Ryan O’Reilly who was the Sabres representative at last year’s All-Star Game. “Look what he’s done all year. He’s been our most consistent player, night-in, night-out. The way he’s been creating and making things happen, it’s nice to see him get rewarded. It’s definitely well deserved.”' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo ready for his L.A. closeup as an NHL All-Star
Sabres waive goal-less Grant
'Grant shined in the preseason to earn a spot on the Sabres, but he hasn’t done enough to keep it. He has no goals and three assists in 35 games while taking just 31 shots. He has never scored in 75 NHL games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres waive goal-less Grant
Mike Harrington: At century mark, Eichel finding his game
'"It's all about your preparation being consistent," he said. "If you want to become a top player in the league, you have to be ready every night. I think I've done a pretty good job at that with the consistency this year. Maybe it's not been rewarded statistically but I always believe you'll get more bounces sooner rather than later.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: At century mark, Eichel finding his game
Quick hits: Sabres 4, Flyers 1
'Nilsson improved to 5-1-2 in his last eight decisions and 7-3-4 overall. Buffalo moved to 3-0-1 in its last four.' … [Read more...] about Quick hits: Sabres 4, Flyers 1
Sabres recall Ullmark from Amerks for game against Flyers
'With Robin Lehner battling the flu, Sabres coach Dan Bylsma summoned Ullmark late in the afternoon to back up starter Anders Nilsson. It is Ullmark's third recall of the season but he has yet to see any action. He did appear in 20 games for Buffalo last season, earning wins in his last three games to finish 8-10-2 with a 2.60 goals against average and .913 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Ullmark from Amerks for game against Flyers
Sabres cruise to win over Flyers
'“I liked the way our guys played the game,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said. “I liked the way we came out. I liked the way we played in the second. I liked the way we played in the third.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres cruise to win over Flyers
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo thrilled with NHL All-Star selection
'“It feels like it’s a bit of a reward for my play,” Okposo said. “This year is probably not the best statistical year that I’ve had. … Coming here and everything being new, the guys make it easy. But at times, it’s difficult. I’m just trying to get used to everything. Still trying to get cemented in the lineup somewhere. So it definitely feels good.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo thrilled with NHL All-Star selection
Sabres' Kyle Okposo named NHL All-Star
'Okposo will represent the Atlantic Division team in the game, as he leads the Sabres with 12 goals and 27 points. Okposo signed a seven-year contract, $42 million contract with Buffalo this past offseason.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo named NHL All-Star
Wednesday's Philadelphia Coverage
Flyers' offense sputters in loss to lowly Sabres (Philadelphia Inquirer) 1980 Flyers thrill and spill in unfulfilling decade (Philadelphia Daily News) Second period sinks Flyers in loss to Sabres (Cherry Hill Courier Post) Platoon no more, Steve Mason is Flyers’ starter (Cherry Hill Courier Post) Sloppy second period dooms Flyers in loss to Sabres (CSN Philadelphia) Wayne … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Kane caps second-period surge; Sabres beat Flyers 4-1
'"We're happy with where we're at," said Sam Reinhart, who had a goal and two assists. "We know it's a long road to get back to where we want to be. ... Tonight was another step in the right direction."' … [Read more...] about Kane caps second-period surge; Sabres beat Flyers 4-1
Reinhart, Sabres overpower reeling Flyers
'"It's been a while since we've had that feeling where you're in your last 10 minutes and you kind of know you've outworked this team and you're going to win," Sabres center Ryan O'Reilly said. "It's kind of a good feeling to have. That's what we need more of."' … [Read more...] about Reinhart, Sabres overpower reeling Flyers
Sabres dump Flyers 4-1
'Eichel has been a man possessed this period. He has helped with the offense, and just now tries to drive to the net to draw a power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dump Flyers 4-1
From The Locker Room: Sabres-Flyers
'"Our team game has been improving a lot since last time we played them. Even though we had a three-goal goal lead heading into the 3rd, we talked about it in the 2nd intermission saying we can't get back on our heels. Just need to push for the next goal and get the puck deep. I think we did a pretty good job of doing that."' … [Read more...] about From The Locker Room: Sabres-Flyers
5 Observations: Sabres top Flyers 4-1
'Once again Nilsson proved that he deserves more games from here on out. I’m not ready to say he needs to be the starter — but I think Nilsson and Robin Lehner should at the very least be splitting games.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Flyers 4-1