'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
Archives for December 2019
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
Eichel, Larsson lead way in victory over Blues
'"Coming back from the west, three [games] in four [days], and I thought we had more energy than they did down the stretch and that was a sign of the work these guys are doing to prepare for these kinds of challenges. The mind is only strong if the body is still performing. That combination has to happen, and it certainly did tonight."' … [Read more...] about Eichel, Larsson lead way in victory over Blues
At the Horn: Blues 2 - Sabres 5
'During the streak (which began on Nov. 16), Eichel has recorded 25 points (12+13).' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Blues 2 – Sabres 5
Dahlin skates with Sabres for 1st time since concussion
'"I woke up this morning at 6:30," Dahlin said. "I was nervous, it felt like Christmas. Good to be back. I was really happy to skate with the boys today."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin skates with Sabres for 1st time since concussion
Ralph Krueger changed an entire country's approach to hockey. Next: Buffalo.
'Krueger did not win a medal during his 13 years as Swiss coach; however, he did reshape the national team from a group of complacent club players into one of hockey's global powers and a hotbed for NHL talent. The project is similar to the one he has inherited in Buffalo, where the Sabres own the league's longest playoff drought.' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger changed an entire country’s approach to hockey. Next: Buffalo.
From ‘Sabre Dance’ to ‘We're Gonna Win That Cup’, music elevates Sabres fans' experience
'“Buffalonians certainly love their sports and the arts,” Cook said. “I'm lucky enough to be one of the people that help blend those two things together.”' … [Read more...] about From ‘Sabre Dance’ to ‘We’re Gonna Win That Cup’, music elevates Sabres fans’ experience
Linus Ullmark emerges as Sabres’ No. 1 goalie during Carter Hutton’s slump
'In his last nine outings, Hutton has compiled a wretched 0-5-4 mark with a 3.99 goals-against average and an .875 save percentage.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark emerges as Sabres’ No. 1 goalie during Carter Hutton’s slump
Terrific week earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel NHL third star honors
'Eichel has compiled 18 goals and 42 points in 31 games this season, putting him seventh in NHL scoring. He’s one of 10 players on pace for 100 points this season.' … [Read more...] about Terrific week earns Sabres captain Jack Eichel NHL third star honors
Tuesday's Saint Louis Coverage
Preview: Blues at Buffalo (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Eichel and Buffalo take on St. Louis (AP) Sabres look to stay strong at home vs. Blues (Field Level Media) Blues at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Blues at Sabres (StLouisBlues.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Eichel named as NHL's 'Third Star' of the week
'Eichel had a productive week for the Sabres in four games played, scoring two goals and picking up five assists for seven points. He was also able to extend his career-long 13-game point streak on Sunday with an assist on Colin Miller's overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers. The 23-year-old is only five games away from matching the Sabres' franchise record of 18 games set … [Read more...] about Eichel named as NHL’s ‘Third Star’ of the week
Point streak helps propel Eichel to NHL 3rd Star of the Week honors
'He currently has 23 points (10+13) in what is also the longest point streak of his career. It's the longest by a Sabre since Tim Connolly tallied points in 16 straight from Dec. 23, 2009 to Jan. 25, 2010.' … [Read more...] about Point streak helps propel Eichel to NHL 3rd Star of the Week honors
It's a 'special gesture' as Sabres get Ralph Krueger an OT win against his old team
'"It's real nice. They know the story. They know the history," a grinning Krueger said afterwards of his players. "We've got an honest culture in there, and we're just out for each other so it was a beautiful, beautiful victory here tonight. Just real pleased with the guys making that special gesture and it's something we're definitely going to build on."' … [Read more...] about It’s a ‘special gesture’ as Sabres get Ralph Krueger an OT win against his old team
Ralph Krueger isn't surprised Team Europe alum Leon Draisaitl has become a superstar
'"He had a couple tough games against North America and then against Sweden he gets a hat trick," Krueger recalled in Rogers Place. "But his overtime goal against the Czech Republic in a 3-on-3 where we had to win and how he took responsibility there showed me where Leon Draisaitl can go and it's been confirmed."' … [Read more...] about Ralph Krueger isn’t surprised Team Europe alum Leon Draisaitl has become a superstar