'Olofsson quickly morphed into one of the NHL’s top rookies, scoring six goals in the first seven games and establishing himself as a Calder Trophy candidate. Overall, he has compiled 16 goals and 35 points in 42 outings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Victor Olofsson, Kyle Okposo could return from injuries Thursday
Archives for February 2020
Thursday's Columbus Coverage
Eichel and Buffalo take on Columbus (AP) Shorthanded Blue Jackets look to snap skid vs. Sabres (Field Level Media) Blue Jackets at Sabres preview (NHL.com) Preview: Blue Jackets begin busy stretch with game at Buffalo (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Columbus Coverage
Pilut is working his way to earning more ice time
'"I’m just staying ready. I’m staying ready mentally and keeping my body in shape," Pilut said following practice on Wednesday. "Working on the small details such as handling guys and [defensive] zone work. I think if I just keep working on that every day, keep working hard and just waiting for the chance to come, I’ll be ready for it.”“I’m just staying ready. I’m staying ready … [Read more...] about Pilut is working his way to earning more ice time
Krueger: Skinner is 'getting opportunity and he's trying'
'"We wake up every morning here growing the team, and we wake up every morning here doing what's best for the team," Krueger said on the Howard and Jeremy Show during his weekly Wednesday visit on WGR. "We base our decisions on the mixes, the chemistry and the lineup that we think is the strongest for the Buffalo Sabres. That’s the way we work and that’s the way we're going to … [Read more...] about Krueger: Skinner is ‘getting opportunity and he’s trying’
Olofsson, Okposo could return Thursday
'"Victor Olofsson and Kyle Okposo both showed good signs here today," Krueger said. "We're going to assess post-practice and take a final look in the morning, but it looks like they're an option already for tomorrow. But we'll make that final call, again, tomorrow."' … [Read more...] about Olofsson, Okposo could return Thursday
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks fall in rematch with Checkers (Amerks.com) Five-goal second pushes Checkers to fifth straight win (GoCheckers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Marcus Johansson finds comfort, scoring touch for Sabres in move to wing
'"Felt a little bit more comfortable and felt like I started making some plays," Johansson acknowledged after scoring his first goal in 15 games. "I had the puck more on my stick and kind of where I’m used to having it a little more maybe. I felt a little bit better. Moving in the right direction."' … [Read more...] about Marcus Johansson finds comfort, scoring touch for Sabres in move to wing
Sabres are in no spot to take winning for granted, even against the Red Wings
'Big deal. They're supposed to beat Detroit. Everybody is.' … [Read more...] about Sabres are in no spot to take winning for granted, even against the Red Wings
Kyle Okposo expected to return soon after skating with Sabres
'Winger Kyle Okposo skated with the Sabres on Tuesday morning ahead of their matchup against the Detroit Red Wings in KeyBank Center. Though Okposo is still a "few games away," according to coach Ralph Krueger, it's an important step in the 31-year-old's rehab from an upper-body injury suffered Jan. 30 against Montreal.' … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo expected to return soon after skating with Sabres
The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 2
'The Sabres (25-24-8) had scored two or fewer goals in six of their previous eight games, and they are 3-4-1 since the All-Star break. Marcus Johansson had one goal and one assist for his first multi-point game since Jan. 4, and Conor Sheary tied the score, 1-1, in the first period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres 3, Red Wings 2
Sabres still draw TV crowd in season of low attendance, fan protests
'Over the first 50 games this season, the Sabres have averaged a 7.05 rating on MSG.' … [Read more...] about Sabres still draw TV crowd in season of low attendance, fan protests
Goalie Carter Hutton difference-maker in Sabres’ win over Red Wings
'“I had to work on some things and obviously just sticking with it,” Hutton said after making 27 saves Tuesday. “Nothing really changed, like I’ve talked about it a little bit here, I started the year really strong and I had some stuff go on that I worked through.”' … [Read more...] about Goalie Carter Hutton difference-maker in Sabres’ win over Red Wings
Simple style helping Sabres’ Scott Wilson thrive following recall
'“Just simple stuff,” Wilson said of why the line works. “I think with Gussy and Larry, it makes it easy on me. You know what they’re doing almost. We talk about a lot of stuff on the bench.”' … [Read more...] about Simple style helping Sabres’ Scott Wilson thrive following recall
Sabres’ Kyle Okposo nearing return from ‘painful’ upper-body injury
'But the American said returning Thursday or Sunday “are possibilities.” He said he is about a week ahead of schedule. Officially, the Sabres list him as week-to-week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Kyle Okposo nearing return from ‘painful’ upper-body injury
Notes: Wings' Ehn knew Sabres' Dahlin was special long ago
'"Actually first practice," Ehn recalled. "He got a puck up on the blue line and we had a forward come pressure him and he went right-left, put it between his legs and went in and scored. That was the first time. A junior player comes up, he usually just shoots it right away, is a little bit stressed out, but just to see the patience and poise he had with the puck was … [Read more...] about Notes: Wings’ Ehn knew Sabres’ Dahlin was special long ago