'"I think we’re starting to form an identity of our group and I think with the confidence Ralph has instilled in us and the way he wants us to play, it’s evident the way we need to play every night to give ourselves a chance to win," Eichel explained. "We take care of the puck, we do the little things. We have two great goalies that have been giving us a chance to win and our … [Read more...] about Backed by Jack Eichel’s two goals, Sabres show their ‘identity’ to beat defending Cup champions
Archives for December 11, 2019
Sabres stay mentally strong as the champs are the ones who crack
'Want some fun with numbers? The Sabres are 13-0-0 when leading after two periods this season. They're 4-1-3 in the last eight games overall, 9-3-3 at home for the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres stay mentally strong as the champs are the ones who crack
Rasmus Dahlin skates with Sabres for first time since suffering concussion
'Dahlin isn't all the way back. Doctors have yet to clear him for contact, preventing him from facing the defending Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues in KeyBank Center. However, Tuesday was Dahlin's first skate with teammates since he took an illegal high hit from Lightning defenseman Erik Cernak, who was suspended two games for the incident.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin skates with Sabres for first time since suffering concussion
The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 5, St. Louis Blues 2
'Eichel added his second goal and 20th of the season on an empty-netter with 1.2 seconds remaining. Sam Reinhart, Johan Larsson and Zemgus Girgensons also scored for the Sabres, who received 28 saves from Linus Ullmark. Troy Brouwer and Alex Pietrangelo scored for St. Louis.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Buffalo Sabres 5, St. Louis Blues 2
Jack Eichel comes up clutch in win over Blues, Sabres jump into second place
'Very quietly, a 5-2-3 run has vaulted the Sabres into sole possession of second place in the Atlantic Division. They’ve won back-to-back contests for first time since a three-game streak from Oct. 17 to 22.' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel comes up clutch in win over Blues, Sabres jump into second place
Sabres notes: Rasmus Dahlin excited to be back on ice: ‘It felt like Christmas’
'“He hasn’t passed the necessary tests yet, so he’s non-contact in practice right now, so as it is with these type of injuries it’s day-to-day still,” he said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Rasmus Dahlin excited to be back on ice: ‘It felt like Christmas’
Gordo on the NHL: Long-suffering Sabres finally climbing from cellar
'In our lifetimes, the Buffalo Sabres will finally get back in the playoff chase.' … [Read more...] about Gordo on the NHL: Long-suffering Sabres finally climbing from cellar
Wednesday's Saint Louis Coverage
Blues lose their third game in a row (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Berube: Treat players with respect, same as before (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Gordo on the NHL: Long-suffering Sabres finally climbing from cellar (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues Drop Third Straight Game, 5-2 to Sabres (KTVI-TV) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Eichel scores twice, Sabres top Blues 5-2
'“We’re starting to form an identity,” said Eichel, noting the confidence instilled in the team by first-year coach Ralph Krueger. “It’s evident the way we can play every night to give ourselves a chance to win.”' … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice, Sabres top Blues 5-2
Sabres dominate Blues 5-2
'The Sabres got the joint rocking about as early as possible. With just 18-seconds gone in the game, Sam Reinhart got a puck past Blues' netminder Jake Allen to give Buffalo a 1-0 lead. It was Reinhart's 12th goal of the season, with help from Victor Olofsson and Brandon Montour.' … [Read more...] about Sabres dominate Blues 5-2
Sabres' Dahlin is getting closer to playing
'Dahlin had struggled for most of the season, but the four games before he got hurt were better games. He said he tried to use this time watching the game to his advantage, “The first game I was sitting in the press box and it was my second game watching live, so it was pretty weird, but this stretch has been really helpful for me. I’ve learned a lot from watching the game and … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Dahlin is getting closer to playing
5 Observations: Sabres top Blues in 5-2 win
'With their win tonight over the Blues, the Sabres have won back-to-back games for the first time since October 19th and 22nd. They had a long stretch last season and the last thing they needed was to have a streak like this extend into the new year. Getting two straight wins has been a long time coming and to get back on the right side of a streak could go a long way for a … [Read more...] about 5 Observations: Sabres top Blues in 5-2 win
Sabres Defeat Defending Stanley Cup Champs 5-2
'Zemgus Girgensons put home the empty net goal to give Buffalo the 4-2 victory. With 1.2 seconds remaining, Eichel scored his second goal of the night to put Buffalo up 5-2. The Sabres continue their homestand against Nashville Thursday, December 12th, at 7pm.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Defeat Defending Stanley Cup Champs 5-2
Eichel scores twice, Sabres hand Blues third loss in row
'"I thought we broke out well," Eichel said. "There were a few shifts here or there where they had extended zone time, but for the most part, I thought we did a really good job of packing it in, playing in front of our net and keeping them to the outside. Linus made some great saves. He was tremendous tonight as he's been lately. He's been the backbone of this team, he's given … [Read more...] about Eichel scores twice, Sabres hand Blues third loss in row
Dahlin making strides in return to Sabres following concussion
'"I feel a lot better," said Dahlin, who will miss his eighth straight game. "It's good to be back with the boys. They were on a road trip so I was home alone and it was boring. It's good to have them back."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin making strides in return to Sabres following concussion