'The Sabres had a sluggish start and an uneven performance in the first period was capped by Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller scoring with 6.1 seconds remaining. Buffalo was then outshot 15-2 during a third period in which the Sabres could not manage to sustain pressure in the offensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ improved special teams units fend off Rangers for 3-2 win
Archives for January 2021
Mike Harrington: Breaking the 'egg' takes the piano off Jack Eichel's back
'"I don't know how tough mentally it's been," Eichel said. "I've had a lot of chances, I think if I wasn't getting chances, I think I'd be more frustrated. But yeah, it's a relief to get one and kind of get that out of me. .... It was a good to make an impact offensively tonight."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Breaking the ‘egg’ takes the piano off Jack Eichel’s back
Wraparound: Eichel finally enters goal column as Sabres defeat Rangers 3-2
'The Sabres (3-3-1) had not earned consecutive victories against the Rangers since Buffalo won three in a row from April 2, 2016 to Jan. 3, 2017. Goalie Linus Ullmark made 28 saves for the Sabres, who have earned five points in their last three games. Buffalo killed a penalty for the final 1:37 of regulation and went 3-for-3 on the penalty kill.' … [Read more...] about Wraparound: Eichel finally enters goal column as Sabres defeat Rangers 3-2
Carter Hutton rejoins Sabres after weeklong absence stemming from collision
'“I definitely felt it right away, but I think stubbornness takes over, too, in a sense. I’m competitive and I want to play,” acknowledged Hutton, who rejoined the Sabres for their morning skate Tuesday. “I kept communicating with (head athletic trainer Rich Stinziano), but I definitely didn’t put him in an easy spot, too, because I wanted to keep playing. I didn’t want to … [Read more...] about Carter Hutton rejoins Sabres after weeklong absence stemming from collision
Jack Eichel’s first goal, special teams help Sabres beat Rangers, reach .500
'“I’ve had a lot of chances,” Eichel, who scored 36 goals last season and registered a 15.9 shooting percentage, said on a Zoom call. “I think if I wasn’t getting chances, I’d be more frustrated. Yeah, it’s a relief to get one and put one into the back of the net and kind of get that out of me.”' … [Read more...] about Jack Eichel’s first goal, special teams help Sabres beat Rangers, reach .500
Sabres notes: Matt Irwin ready for opportunity on blue line
'“You want to stay ready and have to stay ready,” said Irwin, who made his season debut in Tuesday’s 3-2 win against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. “That’s your job. So you treat practices like they’re your games, you work hard and you try to stay detailed in everything that you do and watch the games and see how they’re going.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Matt Irwin ready for opportunity on blue line
Sabres’ Carter Hutton practices, says ‘stubbornness’ made him stay in game
'“I’m competitive and I want to play,” Hutton said on a Zoom call this morning. “I kept communicating with (head athletic trainer Rich Stinziano), but I definitely didn’t put him in an easy spot, too, because I wanted to keep playing. I didn’t want to leave.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Carter Hutton practices, says ‘stubbornness’ made him stay in game
Eichel notches first goal, Cozens nets second as Sabres beat Rangers for first home win
'Eichel’s contribution has been there all season, as he was tied for the league lead in points a few games into the year and entered Tuesday’s matchup with seven assists, but the pressure was starting to build as he was chomping at the bit to get on the board with a goal.' … [Read more...] about Eichel notches first goal, Cozens nets second as Sabres beat Rangers for first home win
Wednesday's New York Coverage
Rangers approach tipping point with another concerning loss (New York Post) Rangers keeping Adam Fox on first power-play unit (New York Post) Rangers blow another lead, fall to Sabres for fourth straight loss (Newsday) Rangers struggle on faceoffs in loss to Sabres (Newsday) NY Rangers takeaways: Hard to find moral victories in fourth straight loss (White Plains Journal … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New York Coverage
Eichel’s 2nd period goal lifts Sabres over Rangers 3-2
'“You have a little bit of a drought and it feels like you deserved a few goals and maybe some better fate,” Eichel said. “I think I had a few more chances in the game and you just want to try and capitalize on your opportunities. ... It’s been a year; it’s been a long year for a lot of people in terms of preparing for the season. It feels like we’re still getting our feet … [Read more...] about Eichel’s 2nd period goal lifts Sabres over Rangers 3-2
Sabres begin homestand with win over New York Rangers
'The Rangers pressed the play over the third period, forcing Ullmark into several tough saves. At one point New York was outshooting the Sabres 10-2, thanks in part to a Colin Miller penalty that led to a power play chance.' … [Read more...] about Sabres begin homestand with win over New York Rangers
Opinion: Three Observations: Cozens continues to impress, power play surges in win over Rangers
'Cozens ended the game as the Sabre with the least amount of minutes played, but he's certainly making himself effective in his time on the ice. If his play now is any indication, Cozens could be in for a bright future in Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Cozens continues to impress, power play surges in win over Rangers
Opinion: The Sabres lean on Linus Ullmark to beat the Rangers
'Getting back to Hall, he had a night he’d rather forget. He was on the ice for both of the Rangers goals and on the second one, he backed off the point man K’Andre Miller, totally screened Ullmark and then went down on one knee and didn’t block the shot.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres lean on Linus Ullmark to beat the Rangers
Krueger: Mindset and spirit of the group is 'in a really good place'
'"We're permanently monitoring the group for physical and psychological fatigue. It's been a re-entry into a season that we've never ever experienced, so we need to be very close to it and monitor it on a daily basis. ... I feel the guys are doing a really good job at monitoring and managing their bodies. The minds are also being tested. We had a lot of games, as an example, … [Read more...] about Krueger: Mindset and spirit of the group is ‘in a really good place’
3 Observations: First win streak, Eichel finally scores as Sabres top Rangers 3-2
'I get it. There's a taxi squad for a reason and sometimes you've gotta see what other guys like Mittelstadt bring to the lineup. That being said, Cozens belongs and shouldn't be moved for the time being.' … [Read more...] about 3 Observations: First win streak, Eichel finally scores as Sabres top Rangers 3-2