'"You want the points to come and to be contributing offensively. It’s when the chances don’t come that you start to worry," said Rodrigues, a college linemate of Eichel's at Boston University. "I’m getting my chances, I’m getting a lot of shots. The opportunities are there. It’s just a matter of bearing down now and finishing those opportunities.' … [Read more...] about With Eichel’s status in doubt, Rodrigues gets first chance to fill his slot
Archives for January 3, 2019
Eichel picked for All-Star Game, Skinner part of new 'Last Men In' vote
'Skinner, who is tied for second in the NHL with 26 goals while spending most of his time in the first half of the season on Eichel's left wing, was one of the game's biggest snubs when the rosters were initially announced Wednesday evening. The league later announced it was starting an online vote for the 11th spot in each division, much like Major League Baseball has used for … [Read more...] about Eichel picked for All-Star Game, Skinner part of new ‘Last Men In’ vote
Other Sabres must step up with Jack Eichel injured
'Without Eichel, Rodrigues skated at center today on the No. 1 line between Sam Reinhart and Jeff Skinner, a spot he occupied some of Monday’s tilt.' … [Read more...] about Other Sabres must step up with Jack Eichel injured
Sabres captain Jack Eichel named to second straight NHL All-Star Game
'Given every team must be represented and teams are chosen by division, there are always some significant snubs. Incredibly, Sabres winger Jeff Skinner, whose 26 goals are tied for second in the NHL, was left off the Atlantic Division’s roster.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Jack Eichel named to second straight NHL All-Star Game
Thursday's Florida Coverage
Preview: Panthers at Sabres, 7 p.m., Thursday (South Florida Sun Sentinel) Preview: Panthers look to run win streak to 3 against Sabres in Buffalo (The Sports Xchange) Panthers at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Panthers aim to close Atlantic Division gap against Buffalo (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Florida Coverage
Sabres' Housley still has no new information on Eichel
'When asked if he’s still day-to-day the head coach said, “I still anticipate that being the case and we’ll know more tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Housley still has no new information on Eichel
Sabres' Jack Eichel is an All-Star once again
'In 40 games this season Eichel has 15 goals and 34 assists for 49 points. Last year in Tampa, Eichel played two games for the Atlantic Division and had a goal and two assists.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Eichel is an All-Star once again
Sabres captain Jack Eichel named NHL All Star
'This marks the second time that Eichel will appear in the All Star Game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres captain Jack Eichel named NHL All Star
Jack Eichel does not practice on Wednesday
'The upper body injury caused Eichel to leave during the first period of the team's game against the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel does not practice on Wednesday
Eichel Named to All-Star Team
'He leads the team with 49 points in 40 games this season and is tied for seventh in the NHL with 34 assists.' … [Read more...] about Eichel Named to All-Star Team
Rodrigues gets chance on top line with Eichel nursing injury
'"We can't try and do too much different," Sam Reinhart said. "No one's going to step up and play the way he does. It's got to be an effort out of everybody. We've got to just play our game, and nothing really changes. We're going to need to focus on the area in front of their net and try to get pucks in."' … [Read more...] about Rodrigues gets chance on top line with Eichel nursing injury
Eichel named to 2019 Atlantic Division All-Star team
'Eichel leads the Sabres with 49 points in 40 games this season. He's currently tied for seventh in the NHL with 34 assists.' … [Read more...] about Eichel named to 2019 Atlantic Division All-Star team
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks score late, top Sound Tigers in shootout (Amerks.com) Amerks, Cyclones swap forwards (Amerks.com) Gaudreau Gets First AHL Goal in Shootout Loss (SoundTigers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage