'The score would remain tied until just past the midway point of the third period when J.T. Compher would put Colorado back on top. Buffalo had a flurry of chances late in the game, but were unable to force overtime.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Battle Back Twice, but Fall To Avs 3-2
Archives for February 2020
Avalanche defeat Sabres, gain in Central Division race on Compher's goal
'"It was a really good hockey game," Buffalo coach Ralph Krueger said. "If this was the fifth game of the season, you'd be quite happy right now; it's just that all that matters to us right now are results. Take the score out of it, it was a (heck) of a hockey game. Two good goalies, lots of opportunity there."' … [Read more...] about Avalanche defeat Sabres, gain in Central Division race on Compher’s goal
Sabres fall short in back-and-forth affair with Avalanche
'"There's a lot to take with us here for how we need to play on the road and into Las Vegas," Krueger said. "But, right now, all that's at the surface is the pain."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall short in back-and-forth affair with Avalanche
At the Horn: Sabres 2 - Avalanche 3
'Zemgus Girgensons and Curtis Lazar scored for Buffalo, who opened up a four-game road trip in Denver. Each goal ended up tying the game before Colorado took their final lead of the night midway through the third period.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 2 – Avalanche 3
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Only goal in the shootout beats Rochester, gives Utica win (Buffalo News) Comets down Amerks in shootout (Utica Observer Dispatch) Amerks force overtime, fall in shootout to Comets (Amerks.com) Comets topple Amerks in shootout (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' new acquisition Wayne Simmonds 'can't wait to get started'
'"The young talent on this team," Simmonds said Tuesday when asked why he chose to join the Sabres. "I think they’re going in the right direction, and I thought that I could be a piece that could ultimately help this team get into the playoffs. I’m extremely excited to be here, and I can’t wait to get started."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new acquisition Wayne Simmonds ‘can’t wait to get started’
Dominik Kahun surprised by trade from Penguins, happy to play for Sabres
'“I think he’s a really honest and great guy, a great teammate, and of course, he’s a good player,” Jokiharju said. “He’s got some skills and some speed and he works hard, so I think he’s going to be a good addition for our team.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun surprised by trade from Penguins, happy to play for Sabres
Ex-Sabres Evan Rodrigues, Conor Sheary relish opportunity with Penguins
'"I think it just started from the get-go," Rodrigues told reporters when asked what went wrong in Buffalo. "Obviously starting the season as a healthy scratch you never really get into the groove of things. You’re always playing not to make a mistake, and I think since New Year's, since the turn of 2020, I’ve really turned it on and the puck is starting to go in for me. I’m … [Read more...] about Ex-Sabres Evan Rodrigues, Conor Sheary relish opportunity with Penguins
Wayne Simmonds thrilled to join Sabres: ‘A perfect opportunity for me’
'“I’m a UFA at the end of the year, whether I stay here or I go, I’ve got to prove myself,” Simmonds said following Tuesday’s practice, his first with the Sabres. “So playing these meaningful games over the last 20 and trying to push this team into the playoffs, I mean, obviously, I know I’m not going to be the savior or anything here, but just another piece to help the boys … [Read more...] about Wayne Simmonds thrilled to join Sabres: ‘A perfect opportunity for me’
Dominik Kahun excited to join Sabres: ‘I’m really, really happy’
'“When I got traded yesterday, first of all, I was a little shocked,” he said. “I didn’t really see it coming. But I’m really, really happy to play for Buffalo now.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun excited to join Sabres: ‘I’m really, really happy’
Wednesday's Colorado Coverage
MacKinnon and Colorado take on Buffalo (AP) Avs, Sabres to meet after bolstering lineups (ESPN) Sabres at Avalanche preview (NHL.com) Avs Host Sabres on Military Appreciation Night (ColoradoAvalanche.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Colorado Coverage
Dominik Kahun on the Penguins trading him to Buffalo: 'I didn't really see it coming'
'“When I got traded [Monday], first of all, it was a shock, for sure. I didn’t really see it coming,” the soft-spoken Kahun said Tuesday on a conference call organized by the Sabres. “But I’m really, really happy to play for Buffalo now.”' … [Read more...] about Dominik Kahun on the Penguins trading him to Buffalo: ‘I didn’t really see it coming’
Simmonds relishes opportunity to help Sabres’ playoff push
'For whatever reasons, Simmonds’ leadership and physical play failed to make a difference in New Jersey, and the Sabres hope those qualities can provide a boost in their young team’s bid to remain competitive down the stretch.' … [Read more...] about Simmonds relishes opportunity to help Sabres’ playoff push
Sabres' Simmonds is glad to be in Buffalo
'Simmonds had to waive his no-trade clause and he said, “It’s the young talent on this team and I think they’re going in the right direction and I thought I could be a piece that could ultimately help this team get into the playoffs.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Simmonds is glad to be in Buffalo
Simmonds eager to help Sabres make a push for the playoffs
'"I'm a UFA [unrestricted free agent] at the end of the year, so whether I stay here or I go, I need to prove myself," Simmonds said. "Obviously I know I'm not going to be the savior or anything here but just to be another piece to help the boys out. That's something that I relish. I'm a competitor and I've been a competitor my whole career and this kind of stuff brings the … [Read more...] about Simmonds eager to help Sabres make a push for the playoffs