'“I think our guys advanced,” Sabres interim coach Don Granato said. “They have a taste of confidence. They should have had no confidence after giving up eight goals the other day. They came in from the drop of the puck and had confidence, and that’s progress.”' … [Read more...] about Carter, Lagace help Penguins beat Sabres, clinch 1st in East
Archives for May 2021
Sabres blanked in season finale against Penguins
'Buffalo trailed on the scoreboard through 40 minutes of play, despite owning a 24-9 shot advantage over Pittsburgh.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blanked in season finale against Penguins
Opinion: The Sabres end with a strong effort, but a loss
'Yes, they lost 1-0, but they had a really nice game and played right up until the final horn. Don Granato was very happy they treated the finale like it was any game, “That’s something to be proud of. You hand it off to your team and they’re going to respond or not and yesterday’s practice was a real good indication that they were going to be engaged and you could see it in … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Sabres end with a strong effort, but a loss
Five Observations: 2021 Sabres season comes to a close in shutout fashion
'When you include Thursday night's onslaught, Houser's number seem to be about par for the course for any goalie not named Linus Ullmark. After just his first two starts, though, he had a .940 save percentage. Between those two wins, he made 79 saves.' … [Read more...] about Five Observations: 2021 Sabres season comes to a close in shutout fashion
Season overlook: Sabres drop final game for 41st loss of the season
'There were, however, bright spots in this Sabres' season. Once Granato took over the team, there was obvious development with young players who were struggling, and Adams insists the interim coach is highly considered for the head coaching job, which will be filled this offseason.' … [Read more...] about Season overlook: Sabres drop final game for 41st loss of the season
Penguins clinch first in East Division after shutout of Sabres
'"They should have no confidence going into this building today giving up eight goals the other day," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "They came in that game from the drop of the puck and had confidence. That's progress."' … [Read more...] about Penguins clinch first in East Division after shutout of Sabres
5 takeaways | Sabres' season ends with loss to Penguins
'"I thought our guys did an incredible job with adjustments," Granato said. "We were too loose the other day. We talked about playing ... too much like pond hockey the other day, and we tightened things up. We made a lot of improvements and I was very proud of that."' … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Sabres’ season ends with loss to Penguins
At The Final Horn: Sabres 0 - Penguins 1
'The Penguins still managed to strike first, and it was a familiar culprit. Carter, after scoring a career-high four goals on Thursday, saw the puck bounce in off his chest to open the scoring 1:58 into the second period.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Sabres 0 – Penguins 1
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Dea lifts Amerks to 4-3 shootout win over Monsters (Amerks.com) Monsters gain point in 4-3 shootout loss to Americans (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Thriving in a 'contract year,' Rasmus Asplund wants to be part of Sabres' future
'Once considered an unlikely source for offense, Asplund has become a top-six fixture with six goals and 10 points in 22 games since Granato took over on March 17. While much of the praise heaped on Granato has revolved around Casey Mittelstadt’s breakthrough or Rasmus Dahlin’s rejuvenation, and rightfully so, the ascent of Asplund is another silver lining to a 10th consecutive … [Read more...] about Thriving in a ‘contract year,’ Rasmus Asplund wants to be part of Sabres’ future
Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark ruled out for season finale in Pittsburgh
'Ullmark has been a solid option when healthy the past two seasons, totaling a .916 save percentage. But he has missed approximately 28 games with unrelated lower-body injuries during that span.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark ruled out for season finale in Pittsburgh
Championship season in Peoria set Sabres’ Don Granato on path to NHL
'Granato spent just one season leading the Rivermen, the St. Louis Blues’ ECHL affiliate at the time. After they captured the Kelly Cup, the Blues promoted him to the Worcester IceCats, and he earned AHL Coach of the Year honors in 2000-01.' … [Read more...] about Championship season in Peoria set Sabres’ Don Granato on path to NHL
Sabres’ Linus Ullmark won’t play in finale; Sam Reinhart wins Martin Award
'“I would expect the guys around him, all of us, putting in a better effort and focus,” interim Sabres coach Don Granato said on a Zoom call this afternoon. “We’re all in it together. And I believe collectively, we all took responsibility that we didn’t help him the way we should’ve last night. And you can break the game down in a lot of different ways, but any way you do it, … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Linus Ullmark won’t play in finale; Sam Reinhart wins Martin Award
Sullivan: From the Sabres, to the Yanks and Knicks, there's a lot to discuss in sports
'Jeff Skinner got eight years, $72 million after a 40-goal season, right? Reinhart is a better hockey player. OK, but that doesn’t justify overpaying a player who had a good season for a horrible team. Opening the vault for Reinhart at this point would be repeating the same foolish mistake — which is this franchise's sad story.' … [Read more...] about Sullivan: From the Sabres, to the Yanks and Knicks, there’s a lot to discuss in sports
Saturday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Buffalo visits Pittsburgh after Caggiula’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Preview: 05.08.21 vs. BUF (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage