'"Linus got us the point, there's no way to dance around that one," Reinhart said. "A little too slow watching them skate around us, get to pucks first. It's not a recipe for success."' … [Read more...] about Lafreniere’s first NHL goal gives Rangers OT victory against Sabres
Archives for 2021
Ullmark makes 36 saves in OT loss to Rangers
'Ullmark made a season-high 36 saves, biding time for Reinhart and Jack Eichel to score goals and force overtime on a night when the Sabres were otherwise outplayed.' … [Read more...] about Ullmark makes 36 saves in OT loss to Rangers
At The Final Horn: Rangers 3 - Sabres 2 (OT)
'New York outshot the Sabres 15-5 in the opening frame, but Buffalo came out even thanks to a late goal.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn: Rangers 3 – Sabres 2 (OT)
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks Rookie Report | Brandon Biro (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres much improved in the faceoff circle
'Buffalo went 39-17 against the Broadway Blueshirts. A win percentage of 70%.' … [Read more...] about Sabres much improved in the faceoff circle
Cody Eakin, Tobias Rieder and Sabres’ other newcomers already contributing
'“We’ve gotten key contributions from different guys,” said center Eric Staal, an offseason acquisition who has a three-game point streak. “You saw that yesterday with Eaks taking some huge faceoffs, Rieder obviously had a big goal, a good defensive effort to finish the game (Tuesday) with some key guys making great plays. That breeds confidence.”' … [Read more...] about Cody Eakin, Tobias Rieder and Sabres’ other newcomers already contributing
Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju misses practice; Matt Irwin impresses Ralph Krueger
'Krueger has described the injury as “very minor.” The Sabres play the Rangers again Thursday at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Henri Jokiharju misses practice; Matt Irwin impresses Ralph Krueger
Thursday's New York Coverage
New York takes on Buffalo on 4-game skid (AP) Pregame Notes: Rangers @ Sabres 01.28.21 (NYRangers.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s New York Coverage
Sabres rather stingy when it comes to scoring chances-against
'Part of the reason is the improved play of Jake McCabe and Rasmus Ristolainen. Both have had very good starts to the season, and may be playing the best hockey of their careers.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rather stingy when it comes to scoring chances-against
Some NHL fans allowed to attend games, what about the Sabres?
'“Governor Cuomo has been clear that choosing between public health or the economy is a false choice – the answer must be both – and as part of his 2021 State of the State, the Governor proposed creating a rapid testing network to help businesses and venues reopen as we continue to fight COVID. New York’s first-in-the-nation testing pilot program at two Buffalo Bills playoff … [Read more...] about Some NHL fans allowed to attend games, what about the Sabres?
Newest Sabres already making big impact on the ice
'“We have such a good group of guys, we have so much fun, we’re so close, we’re tight with each other. Coming off such a lengthy layoff, we’re all in the same boat. We’re excited to be back together and we welcome with open arms,” Sabres center Curtis Lazar said. “Their personalities have done nothing but added to our dressing room and it adds on the ice too. They’ve added some … [Read more...] about Newest Sabres already making big impact on the ice
Hamilton: Keys to Sabres recent success
'It’s really amazing that the Sabres are 3-3-1 and tied for fifth in the East with New Jersey considering Eichel, Hall and Jeff Skinner have combined for two goals. Hall scored in his first game and hasn’t hit the back of the net since. Skinner gets chance after chance after chance and still can’t score goals. Most fans want to blame Ralph Krueger for this, but considering the … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Keys to Sabres recent success
Inside the Sabres' revamped power play
'Buffalo has five goals on its last nine power-play attempts, raising its season conversion rate to 30.8 percent. That number ranked eighth in the NHL entering play on Wednesday.' … [Read more...] about Inside the Sabres’ revamped power play
Sabres' improved special teams units fend off Rangers for 3-2 win
'The Sabres had a sluggish start and an uneven performance in the first period was capped by Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller scoring with 6.1 seconds remaining. Buffalo was then outshot 15-2 during a third period in which the Sabres could not manage to sustain pressure in the offensive zone.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ improved special teams units fend off Rangers for 3-2 win
Mike Harrington: Breaking the 'egg' takes the piano off Jack Eichel's back
'"I don't know how tough mentally it's been," Eichel said. "I've had a lot of chances, I think if I wasn't getting chances, I think I'd be more frustrated. But yeah, it's a relief to get one and kind of get that out of me. .... It was a good to make an impact offensively tonight."' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Breaking the ‘egg’ takes the piano off Jack Eichel’s back