Penguins get goals from roster hopefuls, but lose preseason opener to Sabres (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Young wingers show their potential in preseason debut (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins drop preseason opener to Sabres at Penn State (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Back to school: Penguins, fans revel in exhibition game at Penn State (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Penguins … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Archives for September 2017
Inside the 2017-18 Sabres: The Jack Eichel Effect
'Eichel’s ascent to the upper echelon of NHL stardom masks the Sabres’ blemishes to snap a six-year playoff drought, following McDavid's handywork for the Oilers one year prior. Eichel’s development aids Rasmus Ristolainen and Sam Reinhart, who also make inroads. Evander Kane stays healthy and out of trouble in a productive contract year. Under the watch of their Hall of Fame … [Read more...] about Inside the 2017-18 Sabres: The Jack Eichel Effect
Jack Eichel scores in OT, Sabres defeat Pittsburgh 4-3
'Just twenty-five seconds into the game's extra period Eichel was able to beat DeSmith for the game-winning goal in the 3-on-3 format. The goal capped a three-point night for the third year forward who made his preseason debut for the blue and gold.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel scores in OT, Sabres defeat Pittsburgh 4-3
5 Observations: Eichel, Sabres top Penguins 4-3 in OT
'If he stays healthy, Jack Eichel is going to have himself quite the year. It didn't take long for Eichel to make a statement, sliding a perfect pass to new (kind of) Sabre Jason Pominville, who buried a wrist shot top-shelf. In the second period, Eichel slid another dime to Evander Kane, who fired a shot from the slot. Penguins goalie Antti Niemi made the save, but Pominville … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Eichel, Sabres top Penguins 4-3 in OT
Eichel nets OT winner in 4-3 win over Penguins
'The Sabres return to action Friday at 7 in Toronto and play the Leafs again on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Eichel nets OT winner in 4-3 win over Penguins
Eichel's OT winner caps off big night for top line at Penn State
'"You see his hands around the net, there's a reason he's scored as many goals as he has in this League and he's been playing as long as he has. He's a smart player and we'll continue to build chemistry," Eichel said. "That happens in practice, happens in games, watching video together. I think that's something that continues to get better. It's good that we were able to get a … [Read more...] about Eichel’s OT winner caps off big night for top line at Penn State
Tuesday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Cup champ Penguins meet Sabres at Pegula Ice Arena (Centre Daily Times) Game Preview: Pens-Sabres (PittsburghPenguins.com) Penguins Lineup vs. Buffalo (09.19.17) at Penn State (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Sabres' Rodrigues hopes increased speed gives him a leg up
'"He's been terrific, not only in this game," coach Phil Housley said in KeyBank Center. "His work ethic has been really, really good. You could see tonight he's very poised with the puck. His lateral movement is really good. He had some quality chances. He made a heck of a play on that first goal."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Rodrigues hopes increased speed gives him a leg up
Sabres Notebook: Stuffed buffalo watches dressing room; Pu impresses
'High on the wall of the dressing room, above the door that leads to the video area, is a giant stuffed buffalo head. It's visible from everywhere inside the round room, and it overlooks everything.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Stuffed buffalo watches dressing room; Pu impresses
Mike Harrington: Back from the KHL, Moses looks for another shot
'"I made a lot of decisions over the last couple years about making money," Moses admitted. "That's great and I'm happy for what I did. But I was watching the Cup playoffs and really hadn't made a serious effort to play in the NHL in my career ... I want to give myself a real chance and see where it ends up."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Back from the KHL, Moses looks for another shot
The Wraparound: Hurricanes 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
'Sabres starting goaltender Robin Lehner faced just 16 shots during the opening two periods, stopping 14. Linus Ullmark played the third period and stopped all 10 shots he faced.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Hurricanes 3, Sabres 2 (OT)
Biron, Duff staying home to work Sabres road games
'He explained staying at home will enable the post-game show to be a full 30 minutes. When the team is on the road, the post-game shows often have to be cut so the TV performers can catch the team plane.' … [Read more...] about Biron, Duff staying home to work Sabres road games
Speed could help Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues secure roster spot
'“That was the one thing I really put all my focus on,” Rodrigues said.' … [Read more...] about Speed could help Sabres’ Evan Rodrigues secure roster spot
Sabres’ Phil Housley excited, nervous for coaching debut
'“I’d be lying to you if I say when the game comes I’m (not) going to be nervous,” Housley said this morning inside KeyBank Center. “Being a head coach for the first time behind the bench, it’s quite exciting for me.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Phil Housley excited, nervous for coaching debut
Tuesday's Carolina Coverage
Ryan’s OT goal gives Canes 3-2 win in first preseason game (Raleigh News and Observer) Recap: Ryan Scores Twice in Canes' Preseason Win (CarolinaHurricanes.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Carolina Coverage