'“It’s been a blast,” Girgensons said Monday inside KeyBank Center. “It’s just been fun coming to the rink, playing hockey. I’ve seen it all. I’ve seen many coaches, many GMs.”' … [Read more...] about After six years of losing, Zemgus Girgensons enjoying Sabres’ revival
Archives for October 2019
OT play earns Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt comparison to Nicklas Lidstrom
'“When you hear the players talk and use the word ‘tracking’ in front of you in a three-on-three overtime situation and everybody’s so excited and then it turns into a goal, it’s that lead up to the goal that really makes you proud of what the group is doing as a coach,” Krueger said.' … [Read more...] about OT play earns Sabres’ Casey Mittelstadt comparison to Nicklas Lidstrom
Thursday's New York Coverage
New York plays Buffalo, looks to stop home slide (AP) Rangers look to end losing skid vs. Sabres (Field Level Media) Sabres at Rangers preview (NHL.com) Game Day: 'A Good Test on Home Ice' (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage
NHL Notebook: Krueger's Sabres taking hot start in stride, TO troubles
'"I'm not really interested in norms and that kind of decision-making."' … [Read more...] about NHL Notebook: Krueger’s Sabres taking hot start in stride, TO troubles
The Krueger Effect: How new Sabres coach has led turnaround
'"It's definitely a different environment," center Jack Eichel told ESPN. "He does a really good job with the guys in the room. Our opinions really matter to him. When you do that and you incorporate everyone into your decision-making, you get a really good response from everyone. So many things, in a short amount of time, to let us know that we're all in this together."' … [Read more...] about The Krueger Effect: How new Sabres coach has led turnaround
Sabres' Sobotka is making a good impression on his team
'Some of the fans refuse to give him a chance and see how much he's improved. The man that has given him a chance is head coach Ralph Krueger, “Sobotka just doesn’t get the credit he deserves here. He’s allowing [Marcus] Johansson and [Jeff] Skinner some freedom here to take some risks here and there. He’s a unbelievable physical presence on that line, and he’s just been an … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Sobotka is making a good impression on his team
Krueger: We created a system where we let players' genius execute
'"One of the things I've spoken about since the beginning is we created a system where we let players' genius roll and let their genius execute. We don't want them thinking too much. Jack, with his world class skill set, you want to give him some parameters defensively and we need structure in both directions but there are spaces within that where he needs to make the decision … [Read more...] about Krueger: We created a system where we let players’ genius execute
Mittelstadt's OT effort was a microcosm of Sabres' defensive success
'"I kind of was wincing for him seeing that it was Karlsson because a lot of times you're not going to catch him," Sabres forward Jimmy Vesey said. "But he put his head down and got back. I think Henri played the 2-on-1 very well, bought Casey that one extra second for him to get back. He gets the puck and we win the game."' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt’s OT effort was a microcosm of Sabres’ defensive success
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Three-goal second period propels Amerks to 5-1 win over Bears (Amerks.com) Bears fall on road to Amerks, 5-1 (Hersheybears.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres defensemen 'stepping up' to prevent goals in new system
'"I really feel everyone doesn't to do anything wrong out there," Rasmus Dahlin, who has 10 points in 10 games this season, said of the Sabres' defensemen. "Everyone wants to do the right things for each other. We’re working really hard with video and stuff after games because last year wasn’t our best in the D-zone. All the guys who were here last year, we want to be solid in … [Read more...] about Sabres defensemen ‘stepping up’ to prevent goals in new system
With Jack Eichel leading the way, Sabres are using home ice to their advantage
'The Sabres are 8-1-1 overall for just the third time in their history. They're 5-0 at home also for the third time -- and the first since 1984.' … [Read more...] about With Jack Eichel leading the way, Sabres are using home ice to their advantage
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, San Jose Sharks 3 (OT)
'The Sabres have a plus-11 goal differential in the second period of games this season, and Reinhart is one of five players on the team with at least four goals.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 4, San Jose Sharks 3 (OT)
Jason Botterill: Ralph Krueger's 'clear message' buoying Sabres
'"It’s been a positive start so far," Botterill said. "Ralph has come with a clear message for what he’s looking for from our players. I think our players have been very open to receiving that message. They’ve certainly put the time in during the summer. I think the things that we challenged them on last spring, they’ve taken to heart."' … [Read more...] about Jason Botterill: Ralph Krueger’s ‘clear message’ buoying Sabres
Shot advantage could be harbinger of Sabres' long-term success
'So what’s the cause of the change in performance? What is driving Buffalo into the offensive zone, both for longer shifts at a time and more frequently in nature? I shared my thoughts last week, but the overhaul on the blue line – the obvious weak link in recent Sabres seasons – has been tremendously obvious. (We shouldn’t discount the impact Ralph Krueger might be having on … [Read more...] about Shot advantage could be harbinger of Sabres’ long-term success
Captain Jack Eichel looking like superstar during Sabres’ torrid start
'“(I was) a little frustrated with myself more than anything,” Eichel said after scoring the overtime winner, the final of his six shots in a brilliant two-goal, four-point outing that improved the Sabres to 8-1-1. “I just felt like I had a couple opportunities to shoot the puck.”' … [Read more...] about Captain Jack Eichel looking like superstar during Sabres’ torrid start