'Coach Don Granato’s Sabres controlled play for large stretches of the games, using their speed and pressure on the puck to earn extended time in the offensive zone. However, quality chances are a missing piece of the puzzle. When Sabres Victor Olofsson had room in the right circle at 14:35 into the third period, the winger beat Ullmark with a wrist shot.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Linus Ullmark leads Bruins to win, ends Sabres’ undefeated start
Archives for October 2021
Mike Harrington: Sabres' effort was there, but that's not enough against an elite opponent
'As for the execution? No surprise, that's a work in progress.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ effort was there, but that’s not enough against an elite opponent
Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson skates with Sabres for first time since Prospects Challenge
'“I felt confident going into camp,” Samuelsson said. “Getting that little taste last year, I felt I was actually in the running for pushing for a spot on the team on a nightly basis. Not that the chance was taken away or anything, but I just have to earn it in a different way now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson skates with Sabres for first time since Prospects Challenge
Sabres can’t convert early chances, lose to Bruins: ‘Could’ve won that game’
'The Sabres did not generate enough prime scoring chances around the net. And when they broke down defensively, the Bruins capitalized.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t convert early chances, lose to Bruins: ‘Could’ve won that game’
Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson nearing return, focused on sticking in NHL
'“You come into camp, your body feels great, you’re ready to compete, show what you have and unlucky timing for that one,” Samuelsson said prior to Friday’s game against the Boston Bruins at KeyBank Center. “To sit out the whole camp, yeah, it was hard mentally. You obviously want to be out there competing and trying to build something for this team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson nearing return, focused on sticking in NHL
The Buffalo Sabres are a case study in failure
'If the team wants to torpedo Eichel’s career, it can do that. All it will cost them is the US$50-million still owing on his deal. It’s madness, but it’s not inexplicable. The people already sank this team. Why not take the former captain down with the ship?' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres are a case study in failure
Saturday's Boston Coverage
The Sabres took their best shot at their former goalie, but Linus Ullmark wasn’t having it (Boston Globe) Bruce Cassidy adds Anton Blidh and John Moore to Bruins lineup vs. Sabres (Boston Globe) Linus Ullmark earns 4-1 win in Bruins’ debut (Boston Herald) Bruins Notebook: Cassidy shuffles defensive pairs (Boston Herald) Bruins Wrap: Linus Ullmark, Offense Shines In Win Over … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Boston Coverage
Coyle, Ullmark lead Bruins to 4-1 win over Sabres
'“We have to make sure that we learn from it and become better because of it,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “It’s nice to be able to play tomorrow, even though there could be a fatigue factor. We need to play more efficient.”' … [Read more...] about Coyle, Ullmark lead Bruins to 4-1 win over Sabres
Exploring trade rumors, surgery options for Jack Eichel and the Sabres
'Obviously, a major hurdle that comes with a trade — aside from him missing a considerable amount of time once he does get operated on (weeks for the procedure he wants; months for the procedure the Sabres want) — is the hefty cap hit (five years left at $10 million AAV). But, injury aside, 24-year-old Hart Trophy candidates don't grow on trees and the trade is more of a … [Read more...] about Exploring trade rumors, surgery options for Jack Eichel and the Sabres
Bruins solve Sabres to hand Buffalo first loss
'Boston's first power play chance of the night led to their third goal of the game. Coyle recorded his second point of the game, this time a goal, with Rasmus Dahlin in the penalty box for hooking. Marchand made the play across the ice for the primary assist, while Mike Reilly was credited with the secondary assist for the 3-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about Bruins solve Sabres to hand Buffalo first loss
Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres test Bruins but Ullmark shuts the door
'Cozens line in general had a strong performance against the Bruins, but Cozens in particular kept the Bruins on their toes all night. Cozens took six shot, 3 of which came right in front of the opposing team's net and in the slot. In terms of expected goals, those are the areas were at least one or two of every ten shots goes in the net.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres test Bruins but Ullmark shuts the door
Report: Jack Eichel to make final case to Sabres for disk replacement surgery
'According to Kaplan on Thursday, Eichel's camp is formulating a plan to pitch one last case to Sabres management to allow Eichel to undergo his preferred artificial disk replacement surgery. This plan will include a number of medical opinions from other doctors and specialists with the hope their insights will convince the team to change their stance on the procedure.' … [Read more...] about Report: Jack Eichel to make final case to Sabres for disk replacement surgery
Linus Ullmark, Bruins defeat Sabres 4-1 in his first game against former team
'Boston Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark helped hand the Buffalo Sabres their first loss of the 2021-22 season in the goalie's first game against his old team.' … [Read more...] about Linus Ullmark, Bruins defeat Sabres 4-1 in his first game against former team
Ullmark shuts down Sabres, Buffalo drops first game 4-1
'“That’s obviously one of the best teams in the league and I think we played a really good game against them,” forward Dylan Cozens said. “I think we out-chanced them and if a few more bounces went our way I think we definitely could have won that game. But we just got to regroup after that and get ready for tomorrow.”' … [Read more...] about Ullmark shuts down Sabres, Buffalo drops first game 4-1
Sabres fans head to KeyBank Center
'The game wasn’t available on MSG. You could only see it on ESPN’s streaming service.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fans head to KeyBank Center