'“Honestly, I think I’m even more excited to get in tonight than I was maybe my first NHL game, because everything happened so quick, I really didn’t take for granted the whole situation,” a smiling Smith said inside KeyBank Center. “I worked really hard to get back to this point. Obviously, the coaching staff down there has helped my game out a lot. I think I’ve been pretty … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: C.J. Smith earns recall from Amerks
Archives for January 2019
Tuesday's New York Coverage
Islanders end 2018 with win over Sabres (Newsday) Mathew Barzal named NHL's second star of the week (Newsday) Islanders defeat Sabres 3-1 for fourth straight win (SportsNet New York) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Recap: Lehner Leads Isles to 3-1 Win in Buffalo (NewYorkIslanders.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s New York Coverage
Isles beat Sabres; Trotz moves into 4th on all-time win list
'Okposo snapped a 21-game goal drought on a power play with 9:46 remaining. While Barzal served a slashing penalty, Okposo beat Lehner with a wrist shot from the right circle.' … [Read more...] about Isles beat Sabres; Trotz moves into 4th on all-time win list
Get to Know Jack Eichel, the Star Behind the Sabres' Rise
'Every NHL player has a routine. Pretty much impossible to survive an 82-game season without one. Even so, Eichel is especially structured. Over a recent lunch, I asked Eichel to list his game day schedule. He rattled it off without hesitation.' … [Read more...] about Get to Know Jack Eichel, the Star Behind the Sabres’ Rise
Islanders defeat Sabres 3-1
'Buffalo controlled much of the play early, but former Sabres goaltender Robin Lehner was up to the task to keep the game scoreless. The blue and gold recorded 12 shots on goal in the opening frame. However, the bests save of the period came at the other end of the ice.' … [Read more...] about Islanders defeat Sabres 3-1
Former Sabres goalie Robin Lehner has turned his life around
'I asked Lehner if there were any hard feelings since they didn’t give him a qualifying over and let him go for nothing. He said, “No, absolutely not. I could’ve finished in a better manner, I had a great meeting with Jason and he’s a good man and this organization has good people.”' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres goalie Robin Lehner has turned his life around
From the Locker Room: Sabres-Islanders
'"We have some of those nights where pucks don't bounce our way. Tonight was one of those nights."' … [Read more...] about From the Locker Room: Sabres-Islanders
5 Observations: Eichel leaves early in Sabres 3-1 loss to Islanders
'These issues were on display against the Islanders once again as the Sabres failed to generate any sustained pressure until the third period. To be frank, without Eichel the Sabres are a team with two productive players on offense and a whole lot of depth guys who can't be counted on to produce. As of right now, Johan Larsson is their most productive center. That's an issue.' … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Eichel leaves early in Sabres 3-1 loss to Islanders
Year In Review -- 2018 Buffalo Sabres
'Despite only an 18.5% chance at landing the top pick, the balls bounced in the Sabres favor for only the third time in franchise history, giving the Sabres the rights to Swedish Sensation Rasmus Dahlin. In his first 39 games with the Sabres, Dahlin has lived up to the hype, scoring four goals and tallying 20 points. For an 18-year-old rookie, it's hard not to be excited about … [Read more...] about Year In Review — 2018 Buffalo Sabres
Lehner, Islanders hand Sabres third straight loss
'"He played a really good game tonight. You tip your cap to them," Kyle Okposo said of Lehner's effort. "We saw it when he was here when we played against Ottawa. tonight I thought he did a good job, he stole the game for them. he just made one more save."' … [Read more...] about Lehner, Islanders hand Sabres third straight loss
Lehner makes 39 saves, Islanders top Sabres for fourth straight victory
'"That's just where we're at right now," Buffalo coach Phil Housley said. "This is testing us. Mentally, we're going to have fight through this, and when I say that, I really like our game, especially the last two games.' … [Read more...] about Lehner makes 39 saves, Islanders top Sabres for fourth straight victory
Eichel exits with injury as comeback falls short vs. Islanders
'"That's just where we're at right now," Sabres coach Phil Housley said. "This is testing us. Mentally, we're going to have fight through this, and when I say that, I really like our game, especially the last two games. We've got to continue to grind it out and stay the course and not break."' … [Read more...] about Eichel exits with injury as comeback falls short vs. Islanders
Sabres recall Smith from Amerks
'In his second full professional season, Smith (5'11", 181 lbs., 12/1/1994) is currently tied for the Amerks' team lead with 29 points (13+16) in 33 games this season. In his last 10 games for Rochester, Smith has recorded 11 points (6+5) and 38 shots on goal, propelling him into a tie for third in the AHL with 108 shots on goal this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Smith from Amerks