'The captain scored two goals and was flying all around the KeyBank Center ice, looking every bit the superstar the Sabres need him to be. No coincidence Buffalo doubled up the Vegas Golden Knights, 4-2, to push its record to 2-1 for the first time since 2013 with a solid win against a team that was in the Stanley Cup final a scant four months ago.' … [Read more...] about Eichel is electric as Sabres speed past Golden Knights
Archives for October 9, 2018
'Instagram model' Ristolainen is still Sabres' workhorse
'“Oh my God, this guy, he’s an Instagram model,” fellow defenseman Marco Scandella said. “It’s hilarious. I just chirp at him all the time. But he definitely works his (butt) off in the summer. That’s why he puts it up. That’s no joke. … That’s him day in, day out. He’s actually showing the real him.' … [Read more...] about ‘Instagram model’ Ristolainen is still Sabres’ workhorse
Sabres Notebook: Good news on the goaltending front
'"He's leading by example with his work ethic by being a good pro but obviously he's backed it up," said coach Phil Housley. "He's had some really good games for us, especially the last two. When we've needed a save, he's come up with it. It's great to see him voice his opinion after game one. I think the guys took it to heart and you're seeing the result of what he's saying."' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Good news on the goaltending front
The Wraparound: Sabres 4, Golden Knights 2
'The Sabres got a standing ovation from many of the fans after scoring on their first three shots of the middle stanza, an outburst that keyed an impressive 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 4, Golden Knights 2
Sabres beat Golden Knights, go over .500 for first time since 2013
'For most teams, that mark would hold little significance. Heck, the season isn’t even a week old. But for the Sabres, who have finished dead last three times in five years, it means a whole lot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Golden Knights, go over .500 for first time since 2013
Sabres notes: Jason Pominville’s goal reward for fourth line’s strong play
'“It’s amazing, those guys have been the most consistent (line) since they were put together,” Sabres coach Phil Housley said after Pominville scored in Monday afternoon’s 4-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights. “They’ve had some good opportunities and looks, but (they’re) very trustworthy, reliable. I can put them in a D-zone faceoff against the opposing team’s best lines.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Jason Pominville’s goal reward for fourth line’s strong play
Tuesday's Vegas Coverage
Costly lapses continue as Golden Knights fall to Sabres (Las Vegas Review Journal) Golden Knights know they need to do more for Marc-Andre Fleury (Las Vegas Review Journal) Knights’ Brayden McNabb changes game after time with Sabres (Las Vegas Review Journal) Golden Knights ‘sound asleep’ in loss to Sabres ahead of Stanley Cup rematch (Las Vegas Sun) Golden Knights Handed … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Vegas Coverage
Finally, Jack Eichel-led Buffalo Sabres appear to have hope
'Three games in, there’s no way of knowing if this will be the year when the Buffalo Sabres finally take a step forward and qualify for the playoffs. But based on what we’ve seen so far, they certainly look a lot better than they did a year ago — or any of the previous five years.' … [Read more...] about Finally, Jack Eichel-led Buffalo Sabres appear to have hope
Eichel scores 2 in Sabres’ 4-2 win over Golden Knights
'Buffalo had only five shots on goal in the second period, but was able to score three times in about five minutes.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores 2 in Sabres’ 4-2 win over Golden Knights
Buffalo doubles up Vegas 4-2
'Buffalo wasted no time re-gaining their two goal lead. Off of a face-off Marco Scandella took a shot from the point that hit off of a Golden Knight defenseman and ended up in the net. Okposo and Patrik Berglund recieved the assists. The lead ballooned to three when Jason Pominville buried his first goal of the season. The tally came on just the third shot of the period by … [Read more...] about Buffalo doubles up Vegas 4-2
The Sabres have more wins than losses for the first time since 2013
'After that, the Sabres played a lot of north/south hockey. They used their speed to their advantage to get pucks quickly through the neutral zone and create chances at the other end.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have more wins than losses for the first time since 2013
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Golden Knights
'"Shoot the puck, good things happen. Felt like it was a collective great effort tonight. There was a new energy around the stadium and in the locker room."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Golden Knights
Eichel scores twice as Sabres beat Golden Knights 4-2
'Monday's win was a night of firsts as the Sabres grabbed their first win streak of the season and the first goal by a defender. Last year, it took 28 games for a Sabres defender to score.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice as Sabres beat Golden Knights 4-2
Eichel scores twice as Sabers top Golden Knights
'With the win, the Sabres improve to 2-1-0 and are above .500 for the first time since January of 2013.' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice as Sabers top Golden Knights
Scandella: "It's just different energy in here and it feels great"
'"You just can't explain it, it just feels different," Scandella said grinning ear-to-ear in the locker room following their win. "That's all I can say. It's a different feeling in here. Everyone is excited. A lot of young guys coming in with excitement. It's just different energy in here and it feels great."' … [Read more...] about Scandella: “It’s just different energy in here and it feels great”