'"He's still progressing, which is good news," Granato said. "That might mean it's less than a couple of weeks or around there if he continues to progress. But with the type of injury he has, we still need to see that progression. That's a very optimistic timeline."' … [Read more...] about Mittelstadt progressing from upper-body injury
Archives for 2021
Sabres recall Murray from Amerks
'Murray has skated in one game this season, logging 11:06 of ice time on October 31 in Los Angeles. He's played in three NHL games in his career.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Murray from Amerks
Prospects Update | Costantini's point streak reaches 5 games
'Matteo Costantini has gotten off to a great start to his freshman season at the University of North Dakota. Through 11 games, the 2020 fifth-round pick (131st overall has nine points (4+5) and is riding a five-game point streak (3+3).' … [Read more...] about Prospects Update | Costantini’s point streak reaches 5 games
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Sabres goalie prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen recognized by AHL (Olean Times Herald) Amerks’ Luukkonen named AHL Player of the Week (TheAHL.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Sabres erase 2-goal deficit but late mistake spoils comeback attempt
'The third-period comeback had all the elements that have become synonymous under coach Don Granato. The Sabres used their speed to overwhelm the star-studded, exhausted Maple Leafs, until a difficult moment occurred that will test the mettle of a young team.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres erase 2-goal deficit but late mistake spoils comeback attempt
Mike Harrington: Even with small crowd, it was good old-fashioned Sabres-Leafs chaos
'If you're going to make fully vaccinated Canadians get a PCR test to go back home at a cost of $100-$200, they're not going to do it. We've read lots about state politicos understandably dismayed by the rule. They have to keep working on the issue and it's ruining commerce, severely damaging the Sabres and will crush the Bandits if it's still in place when their season … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Even with small crowd, it was good old-fashioned Sabres-Leafs chaos
Sabres roar back, fall to Maple Leafs; Jeff Skinner enjoys best game in years
'Instead of taking his time to move from behind his net, Sabres defenseman Mark Pysyk quickly backhanded it up the right boards to winger Jeff Skinner. Alex Kerfoot intercepted the pass and fed Morgan Rielly, who beat Sabres goalie Aaron Dell from high in the slot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres roar back, fall to Maple Leafs; Jeff Skinner enjoys best game in years
Sunday's Toronto Coverage
Late Rielly goal gives Maple Leafs, Woll a victory in goalie's NHL debut (Toronto Sun) The Leafs shake things up and change their back-to-back luck with a win in Buffalo (Toronto Star) Leafs edge Sabres as Keefe's rejigged lineup sparks outburst of depth goals (Sportsnet) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage
Rielly’s late goal lifts Maple Leafs to 5-4 win over Sabres
'The Sabres were unable to force overtime after they wound up being hemmed in their own zone over much of the final two minutes in leading to the decisive goal.' … [Read more...] about Rielly’s late goal lifts Maple Leafs to 5-4 win over Sabres
Late goal stuns Sabres against Toronto
'Rielly took a shot from the point that hit the cross bar behind Dell and bounced across the goal line for the game-winning goal. Alex Kerfoot assisted on the score that came with less than 12 seconds to go in regulation.' … [Read more...] about Late goal stuns Sabres against Toronto
Opinion: Sabres overcome two-goal deficit twice; still can't beat Toronto
'Goaltending was a clear problem in this game for both teams, as Dell was making his Sabres debut. We don’t know where Craig Anderson is in his rehab, but if it gets to the point where two goalies have to play again and Anderson is still hurt, I would think the call would go to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who appears to be coming around with the Rochester Americans.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres overcome two-goal deficit twice; still can’t beat Toronto
Opinion: Observations: Sabres Can Hang With Anyone, But Is It Enough?
'This isn’t trying to be patronizing either! The Sabres are missing important pieces right now - Jokiharju, Mittlestadt, Anderson, and Olafsson - and still competing and generating chances. We may all have to have a conversation about the Sabres maybe not being the worst. This doesn’t make them a playoff team, but bad teams make the playoffs all the time in the NHL. Why not the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Observations: Sabres Can Hang With Anyone, But Is It Enough?
Adams discusses state of the Sabres
'Adams reiterated the importance of acquiring a top prospect like Peyton Krebs in any trade involving ex-captain Jack Eichel, in addition to Syracuse native Alex Tuch. Their excitement to be joining the organization is another aspect of the trade that Adams highlighted during the conversation.' … [Read more...] about Adams discusses state of the Sabres
Sabres lose in final seconds 5-4 to Maple Leafs
'"Obviously, they've got some skilled guys. You give them time and space with the puck in the [offensive] zone, and they're going to make it difficult on you," Sabres forward Jeff Skinner said. "Things happened fast out there. Whatever happened, we're going to look at it, correct it, and move on."' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose in final seconds 5-4 to Maple Leafs
Sabres lose tough one in final seconds, 5-4 to Maple Leafs
'Buffalo trailed 4-2 at the halfway mark of the third, but showed a lot of fight down the stretch. Jeff Skinner scored his second goal of the night, and less than a minute later Rasmus Dahlin tied the game on a one-timer.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose tough one in final seconds, 5-4 to Maple Leafs