Amerks recall pair from Cyclones (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Archives for March 2019
Sabres hope to finish strong before another long offseason of reflection
'"You always have something to play for," Carter Hutton said. "It’s the NHL. Truthfully, for me, I clawed and fought my whole career to make it here, so every time you get a chance to play in the NHL, it’s an honor. You should never take it for granted. ... When you’re out of the playoffs it’s tricky but everyone is playing for a job. Everyone is playing for their life. That’s … [Read more...] about Sabres hope to finish strong before another long offseason of reflection
Sabres recall defenseman Lawrence Pilut as a precaution
'Pilut, a 23-year-old defenseman, joined the team as a precaution because Bogosian and Hunwick are dealing with injuries. However, it remains unclear if Pilut will be needed when the Sabres play the New Jersey Devils on Monday at 7 p.m.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall defenseman Lawrence Pilut as a precaution
Sabres recall Lawrence Pilut from Amerks
'Pilut has been dynamic at times in his first American Hockey League season, registering four goals, 26 points and a plus-21 rating in 28 outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Lawrence Pilut from Amerks
Monday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils’ lines, pairings vs. Sabres (3/25/19): Blake Coleman out? Will Butcher returning? (Newark Star Ledger) Devils, Sabres finishing up frustrating seasons (The Sports Xchange) Sabres at Devils preview (NHL.com) Game Preview: Devils vs Sabres (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New Jersey Coverage
The Sabres bring back Pilut
'Pilut arrived as practice was ending so Casey Mittelstadt filled in with Rasmus Ristolainen on defense. That usually means that Mittelstadt isn’t playing on Monday. Housley said he just wants to give the kid a chance to exhale and relax, “Sometimes in a player’s development it’s not a bad thing to take a step back. We give up way too much and it’s not what you make, it’s what … [Read more...] about The Sabres bring back Pilut
Sabres secondary scoring woes, defensive slump led to missing playoffs
'Rough ride for Ristolainen: Rasmus Ristolainen came into the 2018-19 season -- his seventh in the NHL -- as the No. 1 defenseman on the Sabres depth chart but has the worst plus-minus in the NHL (minus-42); Drew Doughty of the Los Angeles Kings is next at minus-30. Ristolainen is fifth on the Sabres with 39 points (five goals, 34 assists) but it's been in his own zone where … [Read more...] about Sabres secondary scoring woes, defensive slump led to missing playoffs
Pilut joins Sabres in New Jersey, adding insurance on back end
'Phil Housley said he expects Bogosian to be ready to play against the New Jersey Devils on Monday, but the addition of Pilut gives the Sabres insurance on the back end with another game awaiting them in Ottawa on Tuesday.' … [Read more...] about Pilut joins Sabres in New Jersey, adding insurance on back end
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks stage incredible third-period comeback, stun Marlies in overtime (Amerks.com) Marlies Drop OT Decision to Americans (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
Finality hits Sabres hard as playoff fate become official
'The Sabres continue to be terrible in the second period, allowing four goals in this one. They wilt in the face of adversity on the road, where they're 11-21-5 and have lost 11 straight. They make mistake after mistake on defensive coverages and give the puck away with impunity.' … [Read more...] about Finality hits Sabres hard as playoff fate become official
Sabres Notebook: Pominville pumped to return to lineup in hometown
'"I don't know if they put thought into that putting me back in for it. I didn't really, to be honest with you," Pominville said. "I just try to enjoy the moment, go with it, go day by day. But when I saw my name, I was definitely happy. I knew we were coming here. You see Montreal coming up and you're thinking it would be nice to have a chance to play there for sure. I was … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Pominville pumped to return to lineup in hometown
The Wraparound: Canadiens 7, Sabres 4
'The Sabres have missed the playoffs eight straight years, dating to 2011. If Carolina makes the postseason this season — and the Hurricanes currently join the Habs in holding the East wild-cards — Buffalo will have the longest postseason drought in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Canadiens 7, Sabres 4
Jason Pominville discreet about his future
'"No, I do not think about it," replied Pominville. I try to appreciate the moment. I stay with a mindset one day at a time. I feel good, I'm healthy. I will take the time at the end of the season to reflect on my future, but also that of my family. But I do not think it could be my last meeting in Montreal. If it must be, it will be." … [Read more...] about Jason Pominville discreet about his future
Sunday's Montreal Coverage
Canadiens beat Sabres 7-4 to strengthen hold on final playoff spot (Montreal Gazette) Canadiens Game Day: Brendan Gallagher scores twice in 7-4 win over Sabres (Montreal Gazette) About last night ... Canadiens win another one they needed (Montreal Gazette) Photo gallery (Montreal Gazette) The leaders stand up (Journal de Montreal) Good candles (Journal de Montreal) Jason … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Montreal Coverage
Brendan Gallagher scores twice, Canadiens beat Sabres 7-4
'“It’s been a long year,” Eichel said. “These same issues seem to continue to haunt us. We have to be better these next few games. There’s still a lot of pride on the line. We represent our city, this organization. That should be enough right there. We should play for each other more.”' … [Read more...] about Brendan Gallagher scores twice, Canadiens beat Sabres 7-4