'Miller spoiled the Sabres' comeback attempt by making 15 saves in the third period, securing the lead after Anaheim scored three goals on its first six shots of the game. Johan Larsson scored off an Anaheim turnover late in the first period and Rasmus Dahlin cut the Sabres' deficit to one with his power-play goal in the second.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Ducks 3, Sabres 2
Archives for February 2020
Sabres stick with Jonas Johansson, nearly roar back against Ducks
'“That’s a highlight of the game, certainly, is the way he then stopped the penalty shot,” Krueger said. “There was some energy on the bench and he really played strong the rest of the way, so what a recovery from a difficult start where we were all part of it."' … [Read more...] about Sabres stick with Jonas Johansson, nearly roar back against Ducks
Sabres notes: Ryan Miller’s win in Buffalo special to goalie, Ducks
'“This is a special place for him,” he said. “We talked about that before the game. This is an important game for us as a team always first. But I’m a big believer … if you’ve spent 11 or 12 years in an organization, that is something that’s put on the team."' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Ryan Miller’s win in Buffalo special to goalie, Ducks
Monday's Anaheim Coverage
Ducks’ quick start carries them to win over Sabres in Ryan Miller’s homecoming (Orange County Register) Ryan Getzlaf says Ducks are ‘trying to enjoy success’ after 3-0-2 trip (Orange County Register) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Recap: Miller Moves Up the Ranks, Keeps Ducks Alive in 3-2 Win in Buffalo (AnaheimDucks.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Anaheim Coverage
Miller stops 31 shots; Ducks hang on to beat Sabres 3-2
'“We had a tough start but we came back and had a lot of scoring chances,” Dahlin said. “It’s not fun when the puck doesn’t go in.”' … [Read more...] about Miller stops 31 shots; Ducks hang on to beat Sabres 3-2
Sabres fall to the Ducks, 3-2
'Buffalo got off to a poor start. Sabres goalie Jonas Johansson was shaky early on, allowing three first period goals, a couple of which he will probably want back.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to the Ducks, 3-2
Sabres could not crawl out of early hole against Anaheim
'Johan Larsson got the home team on the score board after creating a turnover in the neutral zone to cut the deficit to 3-1, then a power play goal. Buffalo’s passing seemed to be much more on point as the game went on, and in the second period it was the other lines besides the Jimmy Vesey-Jack Eichel-Sam Reinhart pairing that helped get the team back into the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres could not crawl out of early hole against Anaheim
Sabres' comeback falls short in 3-2 loss to Anaheim Ducks
'All three of the Ducks' goals were scored in the first period. Goalie Jonas Johansson finished the game with 22 saves on 25 shots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ comeback falls short in 3-2 loss to Anaheim Ducks
Despite 3rd Period Push, Sabres Fall To Anaheim 3-2
'The Buffalo Sabres fell into a three goal deficit in the first period, and despite a late game push and controlling the shots in the final twenty minutes, they were unable to get over the hump. With the 3-2 loss to the Ducks, the Sabres have lost three of their last four games.' … [Read more...] about Despite 3rd Period Push, Sabres Fall To Anaheim 3-2
Ducks score three in first, hold off Sabres
'"We didn't have the battle in us that we had early in New York the other day (3-2 win on Friday)," Buffalo coach Ralph Krueger said. "What we were doing in the third to generate that traffic, and the movement in the offensive zone that led to multiple opportunities, is definitely something that we need to take with us. It's our game. It is really who we want to be, and we were … [Read more...] about Ducks score three in first, hold off Sabres
Sabres unable to overcome early deficit against Miller, Ducks
'"That's a highlight of the game, certainly, is the way he then stopped the penalty shot," added Krueger. "There was some energy on the bench and he really played strong the rest of the way, so what a recovery from a difficult start where we were all part of it. I thought that was certainly a highlight."' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to overcome early deficit against Miller, Ducks
At the Horn: Ducks 3 - Sabres 2
'Anaheim jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first period and while Buffalo got within one and had multiple opportunities throughout the game - even hitting a few posts - they couldn't beat Ryan Miller for a third time.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Ducks 3 – Sabres 2
Now back at practice, Victor Olofsson has to stay patient before he returns to Sabres' lineup
'"It's great to be back with the guys," said Olofsson, 24. "I'm not quite there yet but it was nice to kind of get out there, get the feel of the game again and it's good to have a little bit, but not much contact. A few guys around you, so you have to be aware."' … [Read more...] about Now back at practice, Victor Olofsson has to stay patient before he returns to Sabres’ lineup
Casey Mittelstadt 'adjusting every day' while developing in Rochester
'"I think he’s maturing a lot right before us," Rochester coach Chris Taylor said. "It was hard at the start coming down, there’s no question. It was hard for him to adjust to the different refereeing, how we play is a little different. He’s adjusting every day and he’s opening up a lot more with the guys. He’s becoming one of our leaders."' … [Read more...] about Casey Mittelstadt ‘adjusting every day’ while developing in Rochester
Sabres protest packs plaza with frustration, if not with people
'About 25 disillusioned hockey fans marched around the “French Connection” statue in Alumni Plaza, chanted “Hey, ho, Botterill’s Gotta Go” — referring to general manager Jason Botterill — and called on team owners Terry and Kim Pegula to acknowledge the pain fans feel with each loss.' … [Read more...] about Sabres protest packs plaza with frustration, if not with people