'Speed, skill and defenseman jumping into the rush and providing some additional offensive firepower were supposed to be the hallmark of Phil Housley’s first year. Most nights, the Sabres skated around without purpose and seemed disinterested in playing.' … [Read more...] about A look back at a failed season: Where it all went wrong in 2017-2018
Archives for April 2018
Sabres assign 8 players to Rochester
'Goaltenders Linus Ullmark and Adam Wilcox.' … [Read more...] about Sabres assign 8 players to Rochester
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks’ Nathan Paetsch wants to help Humboldt: ‘It’s home’ (Olean Times Herald) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
In last game with Sabres, emotional Gorges ponders end of NHL career
'"Four years ago when I came here, you set a goal in mind to help change this organization, help get this team back in the playoffs," said Gorges, who arrived in 2014 after refusing a trade from Montreal to Toronto. "To look back at it now four years later and realize we didn't make those steps, it feels like a failed effort. That's not a good feeling for anybody. Those are … [Read more...] about In last game with Sabres, emotional Gorges ponders end of NHL career
Sabres Notebook: Housley among those paying tribute to Humboldt
'"It's every parent's worst nightmare obviously and my heart goes out to those people in Humboldt," Sabres coach Phil Housley said during his pregame media briefing. "The familes, the community. ... It's one of those things where you're riding the bus, you're free of life and you just feel like you're protected. Something like this happens and it's totally unfortunate and it's … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Housley among those paying tribute to Humboldt
The Wraparound: Panthers 4, Sabres 3
'The loss left the Sabres with a final record of 25-45-12 for 62 points, a drop of 16 points from last season. Buffalo went 11-25-5 at home and 14-20-7 on the road. The 62 points are the fourth-lowest in franchise history for a full season. The Sabres had 51 points in 1971-72 and totals of 52 and 54 points, respectively, in their tank seasons from 2013-2015.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Panthers 4, Sabres 3
Inside the Sabres: Saying goodbye to underachievers won't be easy
'In the grand scheme, it would be hard to give up Lehner for nothing after trading a first-round draft pick for the netminder in 2015. Botterill, though, is in position to wash his hands of that deal. He can say, "This was Tim Murray's move, and it's best to cut our losses and walk away." Botterill wouldn't be at fault.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Saying goodbye to underachievers won’t be easy
Inside the NHL: Historic logjam at top of Hart ballot
'This year, for the first time, the PHWA has made an excellent decision in voting for full transparency. That means after the awards are announced in late June in Las Vegas, the individual ballots will be revealed. It's something that's been done for many years in baseball and is long overdue. Of course, the craziness of this year's Hart ballot ensures voters will take a … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Historic logjam at top of Hart ballot
Sunday's Florida Coverage
Florida Panthers’ quest for a playoff berth comes to an end when Flyers beat Rangers (Miami Herald) Photo gallery (Miami Herald) After elimination in the afternoon, Panthers beat Sabres in home finale (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Panthers eliminated from postseason contention by Philadelphia's win (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Photo gallery (South Florida Sun … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Florida Coverage
Panthers eliminated from playoffs despite win vs Sabres
'“The guys did a good job battling for me,” Wilcox said. “They knew it was my debut tonight. A lot of respect for them battling for me for two periods. I just wanted to give the guys a chance to get back in the game, and they did a good job of doing that.”' … [Read more...] about Panthers eliminated from playoffs despite win vs Sabres
Sabres end season with 4-2 loss to the Panthers
'The Sabres don't look interested in this game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end season with 4-2 loss to the Panthers
Sabres lay one final egg
'Florida made it look like pond hockey out back with your friends with time to make fancy, cute plays that should’ve landed them on their backside.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lay one final egg
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Panthers
'"We're just looking for results, but it's tough. We have moments where we figure it out, and others where we're far from that. It's what we've been doing all year. It's frustrating."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Panthers
Sabres last place season comes to an end
'Buffalo found the back of the net less than any other team and were shut out on seven separate occasions. Defensively they were just as pitiful, allowing more goals than every team except the Ottawa Senators. Not the greatest combo if you ask me.' … [Read more...] about Sabres last place season comes to an end
Sabres end season with 4-3 loss to the Panthers
'But, like all season, the push was too little too late. The Panthers scored an empty net goal with 1:22 to play, to secure the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres end season with 4-3 loss to the Panthers