'“I think it was kind of a bad hit,” forward Victor Oloffson said. “He was in a vulnerable place and he kind of had his momentum going after he dumped the puck there towards the boards. Just gave him an extra push and I think that was really unnecessary and a dangerous play.”' … [Read more...] about Injury to insult: Cozens leaves game after hit in 5-2 loss
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Malkin helps Penguins send Sabres to ninth straight loss
'"Guys are trying but obviously it's not good enough," Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said. "We're measured by results and we've got to go back at it tomorrow and nobody's going to feel sorry for us in this situation. We've just got to fight our way out of it. Nothing's coming easy, that's for sure."' … [Read more...] about Malkin helps Penguins send Sabres to ninth straight loss
5 takeaways | Cozens exits early in loss to Penguins
'"Looking at it now, it's a push in the numbers in a real vulnerable, dangerous spot," Sabres coach Ralph Krueger said. "I think it has to be a penalty. … Really difficult when you see a player exposed like that and you give them a push right in the numbers at that distance. You know the danger of that as the player. So, quite disappointed that that wasn't called at that … [Read more...] about 5 takeaways | Cozens exits early in loss to Penguins
At The Final Horn: Penguins 5 - Sabres 2
'Thompson scored his first goal since January 29, 2019 - a span of 33 NHL games for him. The length between goals was amplified by a season-ending shoulder injury during his first game with the Sabres last season on November 17, 2019.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Penguins 5 – Sabres 2
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Friday's game against Cleveland rescheduled to April 10 (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: If he's not firing the coach, what should Kevyn Adams do now?
'Instead of being off the books in 2023, Okposo would count $1 million on the cap in both the 2023-24 and 24-25 seasons, but he can't possibly be in this lineup anymore. He really shouldn't be in the lineup this week. Can't believe why he hasn't been put on waivers or scratched yet. He's got no goals and two assists in 19 games. Being a nice guy should only get you so far.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: If he’s not firing the coach, what should Kevyn Adams do now?
Sabres Notebook: Crosby & Co. hit town looking to cash in again at KeyBank Center
'The Penguins, meanwhile, are 10-0-2 in their last 12 games in Buffalo and have not lost one in regulation since April 23, 2013.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Crosby & Co. hit town looking to cash in again at KeyBank Center
Tickets on sale Thursday for Sabres March 20 opener; Testing plans for fans revealed
'Tickets may be purchased in pods of one, two, three or four seats. They may not be forwarded or resold.' … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale Thursday for Sabres March 20 opener; Testing plans for fans revealed
Sabres rookie Jacob Bryson quickly emerging as special talent
'In what has become another awful season, Bryson, 23, has emerged as a bright spot for the hapless Sabres, showcasing poise that belies experience. He has quickly earned coach Ralph Krueger’s trust, playing more than 20 minutes in four of the last five games.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rookie Jacob Bryson quickly emerging as special talent
Penguins finally get their crack at Sabres. Now they need to pay it off.
'The Penguins get Buffalo eight times over their last 32 games. That means 16 points on the table to be grabbed. They shouldn’t settle for anything less than 15.' … [Read more...] about Penguins finally get their crack at Sabres. Now they need to pay it off.
Thursday's Pittsburgh Coverage
What's new with the Buffalo Sabres, the Penguins' opponent this week? (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins finally get their crack at Sabres. Now they need to pay it off. (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Buffalo hosts Pittsburgh after Reinhart’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Preview: 03.11.21 at BUF (PittsburghPenguins.com) First Look: Buffalo Sabres (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Pittsburgh Coverage
The Sabres have announced ticketing details for opening the arena March 20
'Each fan who attends a game this season will need to produce a negative molecular PCR test result from a test taken within 72 hours of the game. To help fans, the Sabres will collaborate with Quest Diagnostics to facilitate cost-efficient molecular PCR testing through QuestDirect, the company’s consumer-initiated testing service.' … [Read more...] about The Sabres have announced ticketing details for opening the arena March 20
Here's what you need to know before getting tickets to Buffalo Sabres home games
'Once you purchase a ticket, fans will be emailed a link to a registration site and code that they can use to schedule their test, which costs $64 if scheduled through Quest Diagnostics.' … [Read more...] about Here’s what you need to know before getting tickets to Buffalo Sabres home games
First Sabres tickets go on sale Thursday for season-ticket holders, Friday for public
'The Sabres say they teamed up with Quest Diagnostics to assist fans with COVID-19 testing.' … [Read more...] about First Sabres tickets go on sale Thursday for season-ticket holders, Friday for public
Hamilton Take2: Why Ralph Krueger is still the Sabres' coach
'First, in all my years covering this team, I have never seen them as hated from their fan base as they are now. The vile and negative things I read from fans on a daily basis shouldn’t even be said in private.' … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take2: Why Ralph Krueger is still the Sabres’ coach