'Buffalo isn't creating enough traffic in front of the net and most of its 30 shots against Pittsburgh came from the perimeter. General Manager Jason Botterill tried to address the issue at the trade deadline by acquiring power forward Wayne Simmonds, but the Sabres are still having trouble finishing.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose fifth straight game as offensive struggles continue
Archives for March 6, 2020
The Nashville tornado hits home for Sabres goalie Carter Hutton
'Hutton, a partner in a Nashville winery/restaurant project, learned Tuesday while the team was in Winnipeg that the business he joined in 2017 was extensively damaged by the tornado that struck the Music City early Tuesday morning.' … [Read more...] about The Nashville tornado hits home for Sabres goalie Carter Hutton
Even in defeat, Evan Rodrigues gets quick lesson about Penguins' swagger
'"They just have such a calming presence, there’s no real panic in the room," Rodrigues said before his return game against the Sabres Thursday in KeyBank Center. "We’re obviously going through a little bit of a losing stretch there when I first got here, and even then there was no worry, no panic. It was just kind of get ready for the next game and prepare the same way and … [Read more...] about Even in defeat, Evan Rodrigues gets quick lesson about Penguins’ swagger
The Wraparound: Penguins 4, Sabres 2
'Jack Eichel was held without a point for a sixth consecutive game, the longest mark of his five-year NHL career.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Penguins 4, Sabres 2
Former Sabres winger Matthew Barnaby arrested in Nashville
'Officers who responded to the fracas said they observed a strong odor of alcohol on Barnaby's breath and noted that his eyes were red and watery and that his speech was slurred. Barnaby was charged with public intoxication and taken into custody by police.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabres winger Matthew Barnaby arrested in Nashville
Sabres’ inability to score goals again dooms them in loss to Penguins
'Barely two weeks ago, the Sabres’ slick offense helped them roar back into the playoff race. They scored 23 goals over a six-game stretch, winning five times. They crept within six points of the Atlantic Division’s final postseason spot. Then they loaded up before the trade deadline, adding wingers Dominik Kahun and Wayne Simmonds. Since then, however, they’ve lost every game, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ inability to score goals again dooms them in loss to Penguins
Former Sabre Evan Rodrigues knows why Penguins enjoy so much success
'The Penguins’ mindset, according to Rodrigues, includes an expectation they will win every game.' … [Read more...] about Former Sabre Evan Rodrigues knows why Penguins enjoy so much success
Ex-Penguins forward Dominik Kahun eager for new start with Sabres
'“I’ve just played a few games, but it’s very fun,” Kahun said. “I like it so far. We have a great group of young guys. It’s very fun so far for sure.”' … [Read more...] about Ex-Penguins forward Dominik Kahun eager for new start with Sabres
Penguins notebook: Conor Sheary makes return to Buffalo
'“Throughout the two years I was here, the team struggled a little bit to score offensively and to put together good seasons,” said Sheary, who was a healthy scratch for three games this season with the Sabres. “For whatever reason, we were stuck in a rut. I take a little bit of responsibility in that because I came in to be an offensive guy and help the scoring. But for … [Read more...] about Penguins notebook: Conor Sheary makes return to Buffalo
Friday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Strong Matt Murray performance leads Penguins to victory over Sabres (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Nick Bjugstad returns to the Penguins' lineup after missing 46 games (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Matt Murray shines in Penguins’ road victory against Sabres (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Penguins notebook: Conor Sheary makes return to Buffalo (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Ex-Penguins … [Read more...] about Friday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Hornqvist scored 2 in Penguins’ 4-2 win over slumping Sabres
'“It’s fighting up a big hill right now, but more than anything, it’s our offensive production that’s causing us the pain,” first-year coach Ralph Krueger said. “We have to keep creating those chances and look to work for the uglier goals.”' … [Read more...] about Hornqvist scored 2 in Penguins’ 4-2 win over slumping Sabres
Penguins double up Sabres 4-2
'The Sabres held control of the first half of the period, but Johan Larrson was called for a goalie interference penalty that lead to Patric Hornqvist's second goal to make it 3-1 Penguins. The Sabres had held the Penguins without a shot for 12 minutes and 36 seconds before the Penguins finally got one.' … [Read more...] about Penguins double up Sabres 4-2
Sabres lose the same way they always do
'In the end it was the same old story, the team couldn’t score on its chances and couldn’t get a save from its goalie. Pittsburgh’s power play went 1-for-3, but Buffalo did get shorthanded goal to even the special teams battle. All that adds up to a five-game losing streak.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose the same way they always do
Jason Botterill is very happy with Wayne Simmonds
'You have to be careful of that on July 1st. I think Buffalo has always had a better opportunity to sign their players. That was a big reason we brought Wayne Simmonds in here right now. The physicality he brings on the forecheck. He's a player that likes to play in front of the net. In the locker room he's a personality.' … [Read more...] about Jason Botterill is very happy with Wayne Simmonds
Krueger: We're not in a happy place right now
'“What’s been strange is that at home we’ve been mid-table in our penalty killing, and it’s on the road where we’re at the very bottom. It’s a strange phenomenon. I’ve never seen it quite like that. Generally our team and our structure and the way we perform the principals, we apply the same at home as on the road. And our power plays run pretty well equally on the road and at … [Read more...] about Krueger: We’re not in a happy place right now