'"I thought we had some good chances," Skinner, who had six shots on goal, said. "We’d like to get one there and create some momentum, get us on the board. I thought Eichs and Reino played really well. Reino was really strong on the walls, won a lot of battles. That allowed us to stay in their end and create those opportunities."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ new-look lineup can’t break through as losing streak reaches 6
Archives for March 8, 2020
The Wraparound: Flyers 3, Sabres 1
'The adjustments led to arguably one of the Sabres' most impressive games of the season, yet they had nothing to show for it.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Flyers 3, Sabres 1
How Floyd Smith became Sabres' first captain, coached team to Stanley Cup Final
'“I was going to kind of help him with coaching,” Smith, 84, said last week from his home in Orchard Park, recalling that life-changing conversation with Imlach. “When he was busy, I would take the practices and all that. So that’s basically why I came. I knew that down the road I’d get into coaching somewhere, if I came and did this for a couple of years.”' … [Read more...] about How Floyd Smith became Sabres’ first captain, coached team to Stanley Cup Final
Wieland talks new book, same struggling Sabres
'Wieland quickly added, “The thing about going to a game is … the Sabres stink. It’s nine years now. (Terry Pegula) and his wife bought the team and they’re unable to provide management to produce a winning team. I don’t know if they’re capable of doing it. I think they were fortunate to find a couple of good guys to run the football team (coach Sean McDermott and general … [Read more...] about Wieland talks new book, same struggling Sabres
Sunday's Philadelphia Coverage
Carter Hart leads the way as Flyers beat Sabres, 3-1, for ninth straight win (Philadelphia Inquirer) Quick observations from the Flyers 3-1 win over the Sabres (Philadelphia Inquirer) Photo gallery (Philadelphia Inquirer) Claude Giroux helps Flyers win 9th straight (Burlington County Times) Flyers keeping locker room open to media - for now (Burlington County Times) Carter … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Philadelphia Coverage
Giroux, Hart lead Flyers past Sabres 3-1 for 9th straight
'Buffalo dominated the opening period, and could’ve been up at least two goals if not for Hart. He stopped Sam Reinhart on a breakaway six minutes in and then made two good saves off a 2-on-1 about 4½ minutes later, first on Johan Larsson’s slap shot and then Zemgus Girgensons’ follow from close range.' … [Read more...] about Giroux, Hart lead Flyers past Sabres 3-1 for 9th straight
Flyers soar past Sabres 3-1
'The Buffalo Sabres came out flying, looking like a team that was hungry for their first win in quite some time. In fact, it had been five games since the Sabres tallied the victory column. After this one, make that six.' … [Read more...] about Flyers soar past Sabres 3-1
The Sabres miss numerous chances in their sixth straight loss
'In the end the Sabres aren’t going to win many hockey games with Jack Eichel and Reinhart going seven games without a point. I talked about the scoring chances, but notice Eichel really didn’t have any as he plays through a core injury.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres miss numerous chances in their sixth straight loss
Sabres drop sixth straight in 3-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
'Jeff Skinner was reunited with Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart for the majority of the game. But the trio didn't produce any offense; Buffalo's lone goal came from Dominik Kahun.' … [Read more...] about Sabres drop sixth straight in 3-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers
Sabres Skid Continues
'The Sabres came out charging in the first period. Even though it remained 0-0 after the first twenty minuted, Buffalo dominated the period, holding a 13-4 edge in shots.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Skid Continues
Flyers defeat Sabres for ninth straight win, remain tied for first
'"I think we played overall a really solid game," forward Victor Olofsson said. "We kept their shots down too. Obviously, it's frustrating. I think it comes down to special teams. Our power play (0-for-4) has just got to be better."' … [Read more...] about Flyers defeat Sabres for ninth straight win, remain tied for first
Despite numerous chances, Sabres unable to halt Flyers win streak
'"Any time it's going like that, it's not fun. You want to win games," Skinner said. "We're getting opportunities, we're just not finding ways to bury them, and then the other team is. That's been the difference in most of the games lately."' … [Read more...] about Despite numerous chances, Sabres unable to halt Flyers win streak
At the Horn: Sabres 1 - Flyers 3
'The Sabres outshot the Flyers, 39-24, but saw chances stifled by Philadelphia goaltender Carter Hart throughout a 38-save performance. Claude Giroux scored twice for the Flyers, including the winning goal in the third period. Joel Farabee also scored.' … [Read more...] about At the Horn: Sabres 1 – Flyers 3
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks gain more ground on Belleville (Buffalo News) Amerks complete weekend sweep of Senators (Amerks.com) Sens doubled up by Amerks (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage