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Archives for January 2021

Sabres struggle to generate offense, fall to Rangers in OT, 3-2

'They had no trouble generating chances in previous games, but their second straight meeting with the New York Rangers saw a relatively quiet performance. They only put nine shots on goal in the first two periods, compared to New York’s 24 in that same span. In fact, the Rangers had nine shots on goal in the second period alone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres struggle to generate offense, fall to Rangers in OT, 3-2

WIVB-TV |

Cody Eakin, Tobias Rieder and Sabres’ other newcomers already contributing

'“We’ve gotten key contributions from different guys,” said center Eric Staal, an offseason acquisition who has a three-game point streak. “You saw that yesterday with Eaks taking some huge faceoffs, Rieder obviously had a big goal, a good defensive effort to finish the game (Tuesday) with some key guys making great plays. That breeds confidence.”' … [Read more...] about Cody Eakin, Tobias Rieder and Sabres’ other newcomers already contributing

Olean Times Herald |

Some NHL fans allowed to attend games, what about the Sabres?

'“Governor Cuomo has been clear that choosing between public health or the economy is a false choice – the answer must be both – and as part of his 2021 State of the State, the Governor proposed creating a rapid testing network to help businesses and venues reopen as we continue to fight COVID. New York’s first-in-the-nation testing pilot program at two Buffalo Bills playoff … [Read more...] about Some NHL fans allowed to attend games, what about the Sabres?

WKBW-TV |

Newest Sabres already making big impact on the ice

'“We have such a good group of guys, we have so much fun, we’re so close, we’re tight with each other. Coming off such a lengthy layoff, we’re all in the same boat. We’re excited to be back together and we welcome with open arms,” Sabres center Curtis Lazar said. “Their personalities have done nothing but added to our dressing room and it adds on the ice too. They’ve added some … [Read more...] about Newest Sabres already making big impact on the ice

WIVB-TV |

Hamilton: Keys to Sabres recent success

'It’s really amazing that the Sabres are 3-3-1 and tied for fifth in the East with New Jersey considering Eichel, Hall and Jeff Skinner have combined for two goals. Hall scored in his first game and hasn’t hit the back of the net since. Skinner gets chance after chance after chance and still can’t score goals. Most fans want to blame Ralph Krueger for this, but considering the … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Keys to Sabres recent success

WGRZ-TV |