'Quietly, the Sabres, who have 10 wins all season, have been performing better recently. They’ve earned points in three straight games (1-0-2) and nine of their last 12 outings (4-3-5).' … [Read more...] about Winter Classic experience gives Sabres taste of big time
Archives for January 2018
Sabres Winter Classic notes: Sam Reinhart scores huge goal
'“Anytime you score in a situation like that you’re going to be happy,” Reinhart said following the Sabres’ 3-2 overtime loss outdoors at Citi Field. “The situation (for) myself as well, it was one my better ones to see it go in in my life, for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres Winter Classic notes: Sam Reinhart scores huge goal
Tuesday's New York Coverage
At a Frigid Winter Classic, the Rangers Hold Off the Sabres (New York Times) J.T. Miller scores OT winner as Rangers beat Sabres in Winter Classic at Citi Field (New York Daily News) Jesper Fast returns to Rangers in big way with assist in Winter Classic (New York Daily News) Rangers (and frigid fans) survive Winter Classic OT thriller (New York Post) Why the Winter Classic … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage
Miller’s OT goal lifts Rangers past Sabres in Winter Classic
'“The first 10 minutes were not very good, we were kind of dipping our toe in,” Okposo said. “Once we calmed down and played our game, we played well. So I’m proud of the guys, proud of the way we played.”' … [Read more...] about Miller’s OT goal lifts Rangers past Sabres in Winter Classic
Red-hot Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel gets back to basics on Winter Classic 'pond'
'"You see what he does with this speed. He can escape guys. Hold guys off. It's a unique skill," Sabres forward Ryan O'Reilly said. "To be able to stick handle at that speed ... I can't do it myself. But he can do it, while at the same time holding guys off and getting to a corner and escaping, and still be totally upright and balanced to where he can shoot."' … [Read more...] about Red-hot Buffalo Sabres star Jack Eichel gets back to basics on Winter Classic ‘pond’
2018 Winter Classic final score, highlights: 5 takeaways from Rangers' OT win
'A staple of the annual Winter Classic event is the jerseys that come along with it. The teams involved design special uniforms for the occasion, typically with a retro aesthetic to pay homage to their franchise history and to fit the throwback feel of outdoor hockey. This year's game between the Rangers and Sabres featured two fantastic uniform sets that looked great out on … [Read more...] about 2018 Winter Classic final score, highlights: 5 takeaways from Rangers’ OT win
Rangers topple Sabres in Winter Classic 3-2 in OT
'Rasmus Ristolainen's second goal in as many games evened the score 2-2 in the final period. Mirroring the second period, Ristolainen's goal came in the first minute of play, a wristshot from the blue line that cut through traffic and into the net. Lehner again came up with several big stops throughout the period, at one point stretching his pad to stone David Desharnais on a … [Read more...] about Rangers topple Sabres in Winter Classic 3-2 in OT
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers (Winter Classic Style)
'On how his team took away the Rangers' speed asset to then establish their style of play: "I thought we were playing a faster game. We were on our toes in the first period, maybe awestruck over the game and the situation, but we dug in. We started making the right choices. We made simple plays, which got our feet moving. We looked faster, which led to an improved forecheck and … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Rangers (Winter Classic Style)
5 Observations: Rangers play spoiler, top Sabres 3-2 in OT at Winter Classic
'Apparently taking things outside helped the Sabres lackluster power play [sort of], who finally scored on their third attempt in the second period. After some signs of life in the last few games, the unit took advantage of their third chance as Sam Reinhart scored his sixth of the season. Despite failing to convert on either of their first man advantages, they showed some nice … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Rangers play spoiler, top Sabres 3-2 in OT at Winter Classic
Memories made overshadow Sabres Winter Classic loss
'Robin Lehner, who was the second star of the game, echoed those comments and said it was a near perfect weekend, aside from the late loss.' … [Read more...] about Memories made overshadow Sabres Winter Classic loss
Rangers top Sabres in OT at Winter Classic
'After Jacob Josefson was called for tripping midway through the extra session, J.T. Miller ended the game, beating Robin Lehner for the game-winning goal.' … [Read more...] about Rangers top Sabres in OT at Winter Classic
Miller overtime goal lifts Rangers past Sabres in Winter Classic
'"What a great atmosphere for our team and for our fans," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "We started the game, I think we weren't really moving our feet that well. We took an early penalty, which I think put us on our heels and it got them some momentum. But we got the puck in deep and started to forecheck."' … [Read more...] about Miller overtime goal lifts Rangers past Sabres in Winter Classic
Sabres fall in OT, but relish experience of playing in Winter Classic
'"I think we played a really good hockey game," alternate captain Kyle Okposo said. "At times, I thought we really took it to them. I thought that we probably had the better of the play, but we didn't get the result that we wanted so you have to really just take the experience and relish in it and look back on it as a positive."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall in OT, but relish experience of playing in Winter Classic
Sabres eager to prove they belong in Winter Classic spotlight
'It was hard to blame them. Buffalo is 10-20-8, last in the Eastern Conference and 30th in the 31-team NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres eager to prove they belong in Winter Classic spotlight
Ruff has been a solid addition to Rangers' staff
'"Anybody that knows Lindy knows not only the hockey person that he is, but that he's a great individual," Vigneault said after practice Sunday at Citi Field. "No ego at all. It's all about the team, all about the group. It was a real good decision on our part to bring him on board. He's a big asset. He's got a great personality that really helps everybody, coaches, players and … [Read more...] about Ruff has been a solid addition to Rangers’ staff