'"I think I've had a little bit of a slow start but at the same time, I think my game has adjusted just fine," Mittelstadt added. "I don't think I have to play too much different or do anything too much different at the college level than I did in high school or I did in the USHL, so for me, it has been fine and I'm going to keep adjusting."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ fans ready for a taste of Casey Mittlestadt
Archives for December 2017
Sabres fall to Blackhawks 3-2 in OT
'Jason Pominville and Kyle Okposo each found the back of the next for the Blue and Gold. Pominville’s power play goal in the first period helped snap an 0-for-30 skid by Buffalo on the man advantage. In fact, Pommer’s goal was the first on the power play since Nov. 14 against Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Blackhawks 3-2 in OT
Blackhawks top Sabres in overtime to end five-game slide
'"[Robin] was really good tonight, especially early. Really sharp, made some really key saves for us to keep it at one goal. It's unfortunate that second goal went in, but it was a solid effort on his part." -- Sabres coach Phil Housley' … [Read more...] about Blackhawks top Sabres in overtime to end five-game slide
Sabres lament missed opportunities in OT loss to Blackhawks
'" … It's frustrating. We've been in this situation before and we've given up the lead. This is a game we needed to get two points in and we didn't. Yeah, we need to be better than that. I get a chance to win the game in overtime, I don't do it. Yeah, I need to score that goal. Yeah, this sucks. It feels like s---."' … [Read more...] about Sabres lament missed opportunities in OT loss to Blackhawks
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Springfield Thunderbirds come up short against Rochester Americans (Springfield Republican) Amerks add another road win with 2-1 victory in Springfield (Amerks.com) Montembeault stops 35 in 2-1 loss to Amerks (SpringfieldThunderbirds.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Ristolainen wants to keep bringing his 'Beast Mode'
'Ristolainen's ice time -- which featured a whopping 11:09 of special teams time -- was the second-highest of his career in regulation. And he set a career-best with a plus-4 rating in the Sabres' 4-2 victory.' … [Read more...] about Ristolainen wants to keep bringing his ‘Beast Mode’
Sabres Notebook: Blackhawks figure to be in a dark mood
'But now the Hawks are 0-3-2 in the last five, scoring just 10 goals and enduring a 1-for-21 struggle on the power play. It's their longest losing streak since a nine-gamer in the 2011-12 season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Blackhawks figure to be in a dark mood
Friday's Chicago Coverage
Friday's matchup: Sabres at Blackhawks (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks hope to snap skid vs. Sabres (The Sports Xchange) Three Things to Watch: Blackhawks look to end skid vs. Sabres (NBC Sports Chicago) Sabres at Blackhawks preview (NHL.com) Game Notes: Dec. 8 vs. Buffalo Sabres (ChicagoBlackhawks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Chicago Coverage
Sabres' Wilson and Rodrigues have been friends for years
'Rodrigues said the two had a friendly competition in college, “Oh yes, definitely, he used to torch us in college. It seemed like every time we’d play him he was putting up at least a goal if not two, so we had a pretty good competition going in college.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Wilson and Rodrigues have been friends for years
In his own words: Rodrigues on returning from injury
'At first, I didn't even know I was injured. It wasn't until I got back to my feet, put two hands on my stick and began to backcheck that I realized something was wrong. I couldn't feel my stick at all."' … [Read more...] about In his own words: Rodrigues on returning from injury
Rodrigues, Wilson still have chemistry from junior days
'"Scott's always brought that energy," Rodrigues said. "He brings a little physicality to his game and has that finishing ability and I would be the playmaking one. We haven't changed much. I think our work ethic has probably gotten a little bit better than it was when we were 16, 17 years old but other than that we still play the same style."' … [Read more...] about Rodrigues, Wilson still have chemistry from junior days
Sabres' open-for-business mode could include Lehner, Johnson
'Both Lehner and Johnson are on one-year deals and prospect Linus Ullmark is looming in Rochester, ostensibly to take over the No. 1 job. It's possible that could happen as soon as next season. There are goaltending injuries in places like Edmonton, Florida, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh that could lead those teams to look to Buffalo for help.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ open-for-business mode could include Lehner, Johnson
Four Sabres prospects on World Junior preliminary rosters, but still no Nylander
'That doesn't mean Nylander is definitely out. He can still be added to the final roster.' … [Read more...] about Four Sabres prospects on World Junior preliminary rosters, but still no Nylander
Sweden selects Davidsson for preliminary World Junior roster
'Buffalo's second round pick (37th overall) in the 2017 NHL Draft has competed with Sweden at the international level a few times in the past. In 2016, Davidsson was part of the Swedish team that captured the silver medal at the Under-18 World Championship in Grand Forks, North Dakota. In four games played, Davidsson scored two goals and added an assist but missed out on the … [Read more...] about Sweden selects Davidsson for preliminary World Junior roster
Pu not selected to Canada's preliminary World Junior roster
'Buffalo's third round pick (69th overall) in the 2016 NHL Draft got off to a slow start with the London Knights in the Ontario Hockey League after playing for Canada at the World Junior Summer Showcase in Plymouth, Michigan. Pu has rebounded as of late, and has put up 13 goals and 34 points in 26 games this season.' … [Read more...] about Pu not selected to Canada’s preliminary World Junior roster