'"For sure, I would say I've been a bit upset about the way things have been handled since I've been hurt," Eichel said. "I would be lying to say that things have moved smoothly since my injury. So, yeah, I think there's been a bit of a disconnect I think from the organization and myself."' … [Read more...] about ‘It’s disappointing right now’ | Sabres vets look ahead to offseason
Archives for 2021
Tokarski named Sabres' nominee for Masterton Trophy
'A nominee is selected from each team, and the winner is selected in a poll of all chapters of the PHWA at the end of the regular season.' … [Read more...] about Tokarski named Sabres’ nominee for Masterton Trophy
By the numbers: Lots of ugly ones and some surprising ones from Sabres' season
'6-24-2 – Record vs. East playoff teams Pittsburgh, Washington, Boston and the New York Islanders.' … [Read more...] about By the numbers: Lots of ugly ones and some surprising ones from Sabres’ season
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has offseason filled with critical decisions
'Adams’ short list for this offseason includes hiring a coach, trying to re-sign his No. 1 goalie and top scorer and making sure his captain and best player, Jack Eichel, is happy.' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has offseason filled with critical decisions
Sabres’ high expectations unravel with last-place finish
'Management again over-estimated how close the franchise was to becoming a contender, attempting quick fixes with headline-grabbing signings.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ high expectations unravel with last-place finish
Hamilton: How the Sabres should approach the head coaching search
'Now that the season is over, I don’t think Adams should just hand the job to Granato. I definitely think he should be the front-runner, but I’ve said this from the start, they absolutely can’t get this coach wrong, so every single coach on Adams' list needs to be interviewed. College coaches, AHL coaches, assistant coaches, former NHL coaches, everybody.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton: How the Sabres should approach the head coaching search
Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams
'Under Granato’s watch, the Sabres posted a 9-16-3 record, including a mark of 9-11-2 since their franchise-record 18-game winless streak. He padded his résumé by implementing an effective, up-tempo system that prioritized puck possession and suited the talent on the roster.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres: Coaching hire to kick-start a busy offseason for GM Kevyn Adams
The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale
'Buffalo was shut out for the ninth time this season, but this wasn’t a flat performance. The Sabres finished with 29 shots on goal, as the Penguins (37-16-3) received a remarkable performance from third-string goalie Maxime Lagace, a 28-year-old with only 17 games of NHL experience.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Michael Houser magnificent, but Sabres drop season finale
Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’
'“A lot of guys, including myself, owe Donnie quite a bit,” Mittelstadt said on a Zoom call following Saturday afternoon’s 1-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in the season finale. “He challenged me when he took over and pushed me to become a better player. I think it’s that simple."' … [Read more...] about Many Sabres thrived with Don Granato: ‘I owe Donnie a huge thank you’
Sunday's Pittsburgh Coverage
Maxime Lagace shuts out Buffalo, Penguins clinch East Division title (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins looking forward to loosened COVID-19 protocols in the NHL playoffs (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Goaltender Maxime Lagace records shutout in Penguins debut (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Empty Thoughts: Penguins 1, Sabres 0 (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Photo gallery … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
Carter, Lagace help Penguins beat Sabres, clinch 1st in East
'“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
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