'The blue and gold found the equalizer against the stingy Islanders defense with 8:35 left in regulation, when Sam Reinhart threw a puck in on net that was banged home by Rasmus Asplund parked on the doorstep.' … [Read more...] about Reinhart, Houser steal show against Islanders
Archives for 2021
Opinion: Michael Houser beats the odds and then beat the Islanders
'Houser played 65 AHL games in his first two season of pro hockey and then only had eight more in the next six years. The Sabres had already had five goalies start a game for them this season, but injuries to three of them and personal reasons for Dustin Tokarski put 28-year-old Michael Houser in the Buffalo net.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Michael Houser beats the odds and then beat the Islanders
Houser lifts Sabres in his first NHL game as Sabres top Isles 4-2
'"It's so exciting, I've worked my whole life for this, for it to happen and just to play a game is really special but to win, winning is always the goal, that's why we play is to win the game and I'm happy we were able to do that," Houser said after the game.' … [Read more...] about Houser lifts Sabres in his first NHL game as Sabres top Isles 4-2
Houser wins NHL debut in first game since March 2020
'Houser made 34 saves on 36 shots, and despite trailing 2-0 at one point, his team didn’t give up.' … [Read more...] about Houser wins NHL debut in first game since March 2020
Houser, ECHL goalie, wins NHL debut for Sabres against Islanders
'"It's super exciting," Houser said. "I'm not really in that great of game shape either, I'll admit that. So, I was like after the game celebrating and everything, I could barely breathe, so I'm just trying to catch my breath right now. [I'll] give my parents a shout after this and see what their take is on it."' … [Read more...] about Houser, ECHL goalie, wins NHL debut for Sabres against Islanders
'That's why we play' | Houser makes 34 saves to win long-awaited debut
'Houser became the sixth goalie to start a game for the Sabres this season and turned in a steady 34-save performance to earn a 4-2 victory over the New York Islanders at KeyBank Center. It was Houser's first game since March 3, 2020, a pre-pandemic shutout for ECHL Cincinnati.' … [Read more...] about ‘That’s why we play’ | Houser makes 34 saves to win long-awaited debut
At The Final Horn: Islanders 2 - Sabres 4
'Sam Reinhart had a three-point night against the Islanders with two goals and an assist. Tage Thompson recorded a goal and an assist, and Rasmus Asplund also scored for Buffalo.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Islanders 2 – Sabres 4
Sabres sign goaltender Lekkas to PTO
'Lekkas joined Rochester on a professional tryout on March 17 and has posted a .863 in seven appearances. The undrafted 25-year-old had previously played 12 games with the ECHL's Fort Wayne Komets after finishing his collegiate career at the University of Vermont in 2020.' … [Read more...] about Sabres sign goaltender Lekkas to PTO
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Patience pays off im memorable NHL debut for Houser (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres Mailbag: Is Don Granato the primary reason behind the turnaround?
'Granato has made the Sabres better by almost every metric, all while facing teams that are battling for either playoff position or a spot in the postseason. Don’t forget how poorly this team typically plays late in the season, no matter the level of competition.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Mailbag: Is Don Granato the primary reason behind the turnaround?
Sabres goalie Michael Houser enjoying first taste of NHL: ‘Cool experiences’
'But the Sabres inked Houser to a one-year NHL contract on March 19, a day before they traded goalie Jonas Johansson to the Colorado Avalanche. Then they recalled Houser from the Rochester Americans to the taxi squad. NHL teams must carry three goalies this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Michael Houser enjoying first taste of NHL: ‘Cool experiences’
Monday's New York Coverage
Islanders visit the Sabres following shutout victory (AP) Game Preview: Islanders at Sabres (NewYorkIslanders.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s New York Coverage
'He was just Ryan' | Miller's impact at Roswell still felt 7 years later
'"He was just Ryan," she said. "He was so down to Earth, and he would just chat like a normal guy to all of the kids and all their parents. They started to get to know him more as Ryan the person rather than Ryan the goalie or Ryan the hockey player. It was really unique to see that because they had personal stories, they had personal relationships. They had a unique connection … [Read more...] about ‘He was just Ryan’ | Miller’s impact at Roswell still felt 7 years later
'Really tough day' for Sabres worsened by injury to goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
'Luukkonen, tabbed a possible franchise goalie when he was drafted in the second round back in 2017, has endeared himself to teammates during his short time in the NHL. He has also provided fans with a glimpse at what the Sabres could have in net for years to come, showing pro-ready athleticism and rebound control.' … [Read more...] about ‘Really tough day’ for Sabres worsened by injury to goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen
The Wraparound: Sabres fall apart in series finale against Bruins, lose 6-2
'Buffalo didn’t register its 10th shot on goal until 30:38 into the game, but it managed to tie the score, 1-1, on a shorthanded breakaway by Riley Sheahan. Arttu Ruotsalainen added his fifth goal in 13 NHL games to make it 5-2 in the third period.' … [Read more...] about The Wraparound: Sabres fall apart in series finale against Bruins, lose 6-2