'"Anytime you put a new system in, sure it's going to take some getting use to, but in saying that there's things (Saturday) night that had nothing to do with the system or anything like that," Sabres forward Kyle Okposo said. "It was just our decision-making as a team and our lack of battle and their elevated level of battle. They did a really good job of making decisions … [Read more...] about Devil in the details as the Sabres prepare to host New Jersey
Archives for October 2017
Sabres Notebook: Nolan gets comfortable with being a First Nations role model
'"It's starting to get more comfortable," Nolan said about speaking out on issues impacting First Nations communities. "I think a lot of young Native kids may look up to me and see me as a role model, so it's important for me to stand up for what I believe in and for issues that are important for me. It's about being a good role model and example for our youth.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Nolan gets comfortable with being a First Nations role model
Struggling Sabres want details in game
'“It’s getting back to the little details,” Sabres center Ryan O’Reilly said of Sunday’s theme. “That’s what killed us (Saturday).”' … [Read more...] about Struggling Sabres want details in game
Monday's New Jersey Coverage
Sabres aiming to get in win column vs. Devils (The Sports Xchange) Today's game: Devils vs. Sabres, 3:00 p.m. (SportsNet New York) Devils at Sabres preview (NHL.com) 10/9 Pregame Notes: Devils at Sabres (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage
Housley said don't blame the system
'The main question is why is that a disaster? Housley said it causes wasted energy, “You’re just turning it over to the other team, they’re quick countering, they’re coming back at us and now we’re spending energy defending and we’re getting worn down just trying to get pucks out and that’s a victory.”' … [Read more...] about Housley said don’t blame the system
Sabres' leaders hope better practices can lead to better execution
'"It's just our attention to detail, No. 1. We went to New York and I think we understood where they were at as a team after losing 5-0. We knew they were going to come out strong," Housley said. "In saying that, I think we were ready. I think we were prepared. I think we just didn't execute the game plan. A lot of the times, it really wasn't the things that they did; it's … [Read more...] about Sabres’ leaders hope better practices can lead to better execution
Sabres come up short in big way, especially on power play
'As short-handed goal after short-handed goal appeared on the scoreboard Saturday, the Sabres put together a lowlight reel on how not to play with the man-advantage.' … [Read more...] about Sabres come up short in big way, especially on power play
Sabres Notebook: Okposo thankful for Isles' concern, talks Tavares; Moulson competes for time
'"I was really touched by the support I received from the organization here, from all the guys, coaching staff, Garth," Okposo said Saturday in Barclays Center. "It was pretty special to me, and I'm just happy that it's behind me and I can move on and play hockey with no concerns."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Okposo thankful for Isles’ concern, talks Tavares; Moulson competes for time
The Wraparound: Islanders 6, Sabres 3
'The Isles feasted on Buffalo. It was a six-course meal, one the crowd ate up.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Islanders 6, Sabres 3
Sabres Prospects Report: Quick start for Brandon Hagel with Red Deer
'"I knew I would be a top guy here and I had to buy into the Rebel system as soon as I got back," said Hagel, who is an alternate captain for Red Deer. "I thought I did a good job with that. I stuck to my game and good things will happen if I continue to do that.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Prospects Report: Quick start for Brandon Hagel with Red Deer
Sunday's New York Coverage
Tavares scores pair as Islanders rebound to win home opener (New York Post) Islanders could have perfect complement to John Tavares (New York Post) Islanders rebound for home-opening win over Sabres (Newsday) John Tavares keeps giving Islanders everything he has (Newsday) Kyle Okposo advises John Tavares during final contract year (Newsday) Islanders’ fans want team to … [Read more...] about Sunday’s New York Coverage
Tavares helps Islanders beat Sabres 6-3 in home opener
'“We obviously don’t put ourselves in a good position to win a hockey game when you give up that many short-handed goals and (in) the succession we gave them up,” Eichel said. “It’s definitely frustrating and it’s something we need to correct.”' … [Read more...] about Tavares helps Islanders beat Sabres 6-3 in home opener
Tavares, Cizikas spark Islanders to rout of Sabres
'"We were supposed to be the fresh team coming in," Housley said. "I think that's the first thing we've got to address. A team that's played back-to-back and then had to travel, we should have been jumping on them."' … [Read more...] about Tavares, Cizikas spark Islanders to rout of Sabres
Sabres comeback falls up short, lose 6-3 to Islanders
'It was the first time in nearly two decades that two teams combined for four shorthanded goals.' … [Read more...] about Sabres comeback falls up short, lose 6-3 to Islanders
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Islanders
'"We didn't come out hungry enough in the third period early enough to, you know, mount that comeback. You know, I thought, you know obviously you can't be giving up really three shorthanded goals, you know, at any poit of the game, especially within five six minutes."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Islanders