'“It’s a big confidence boost for sure, going against one of the top players in the world,” Cozens said. “I wanted to be up for the challenge.”' … [Read more...] about Cozens shines in front of family, scores two goals with relatives in attendance
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Cozens, Sabres defeat Oilers to end five-game skid
'"We love him because he competes to win," Sabres coach Don Granato said of Tokarski, who got his first win since Oct. 16. "And it hasn't worked out as much as he'd like, but I don't think that's been his doing at all. He's done his part. I think the games that he hasn't won, we didn't score enough on our side, really. He's played great the whole season, and it's nice for that … [Read more...] about Cozens, Sabres defeat Oilers to end five-game skid
'He was ready' | Cozens matches up with McDavid, scores twice in win
'Cozens counted nine family members in attendance for Buffalo's first home game since the Canadian border opened on Monday. His parents flew in all the way from The Yukon while his grandparents, cousins, and uncle drove from their home just over the border.' … [Read more...] about ‘He was ready’ | Cozens matches up with McDavid, scores twice in win
At The Final Horn | Cozens scores twice as Sabres down Oilers
'Cozens recorded the first multi-goal game of his career and Dustin Tokarski turned aside 33 shots to earn the victory.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Cozens scores twice as Sabres down Oilers
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks edged by Monsters in back-and-forth affair (Amerks.com) Monsters mount comeback for 4-3 victory over Amerks (ClevelandMonsters.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' Jacob Bryson will finally get to play NHL game in front of family
'“I am so pumped right now,” an excitable Nancy said over the phone Thursday morning. “We’ve been waiting and waiting for the border to reopen. We’re ecstatic.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jacob Bryson will finally get to play NHL game in front of family
Sabres’ Tage Thompson starting to realize potential: ‘Grown tremendously’
'In addition to recording four goals and seven points, Thompson’s 59 shot attempts ranked ninth in the NHL and fourth among forwards entering Thursday’s games, according to NaturalStatTrick.com. His ice time has swelled to 17 minutes, 54 seconds an outing, more than four minutes higher than last season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson starting to realize potential: ‘Grown tremendously’
Sabres coach Don Granato wowed by Connor McDavid’s talents
'“But … the dynamic speed and the ability to change gear is what happened (on Saturday’s goal). You think you got it. His speed is one thing but when he can hit another gear, because you’re always trying to gauge speed and try to match it. The moment you match it, he hits another gear, and you see that in a lot of highlights of his.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres coach Don Granato wowed by Connor McDavid’s talents
Friday's Edmonton Coverage
Oilers visit the Sabres after Draisaitl’s 2-goal game (AP) Preview: Oilers at Sabres (EdmontonOilers.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Edmonton Coverage
Why there's a surprisingly bright future for the Buffalo Sabres, post-Jack Eichel
'Watching Buffalo general manager Kevyn Adams try to sell optimism in his post-trade press conference was like watching someone trying to whisper a sonnet during a Mastodon concert -- no one heard anything but the thunderous noise of Jack Eichel's departure.' … [Read more...] about Why there’s a surprisingly bright future for the Buffalo Sabres, post-Jack Eichel
Thompson playing with 'swagger' after move to center
'"I feel like I've always known that my potential's there and that I could eventually reach it," Thompson said Thursday. "He just, coming into the season, challenged me to go and reach it now."' … [Read more...] about Thompson playing with ‘swagger’ after move to center
Mark Pysyk provides stability to Sabres defense in pairing with Rasmus Dahlin
'Pysyk's calm demeanor on the ice made a big difference. The pair stayed together in practice Wednesday and Pysyk will be alongside the former No. 1 overall pick during the Sabres' monster back-to-back here this weekend, Friday against Edmonton and Saturday against Toronto.' … [Read more...] about Mark Pysyk provides stability to Sabres defense in pairing with Rasmus Dahlin
Veteran Mark Pysyk playing prominent role again for Sabres: ‘He wants more’
'Coach Don Granato wanted Pysyk, a calm 10-year veteran he said possesses “a real stabilizing personality,” to play a more prominent role on the top pair after the Sabres endured some poor defensive stretches. Defenseman Will Butcher, Dahlin’s partner most of this season, was banged up and missed Monday’s game.' … [Read more...] about Veteran Mark Pysyk playing prominent role again for Sabres: ‘He wants more’
Victor Olofsson to miss another game; Aaron Dell could face Maple Leafs
'“It’s not a three-week deal,” Granato said following Wednesday practice inside KeyBank Center. “It’s basically an area that’s inflamed and we’re waiting for that to resolve. And it impedes what he can do, what he can bring to the game. It’s … on the smaller side. It’s just it hasn’t resolved yet.”' … [Read more...] about Victor Olofsson to miss another game; Aaron Dell could face Maple Leafs
Mark Pysyk was good for Rasmus Dahlin when paired together in Washington
'It took 11 games for the pair to come to be. Granato said Pysyk was chosen because of his approach to the game and life, “He’s a real stabilizing personality. He’s been in the league a long time and has a calm to his game and that was at a premium for us at that moment.' … [Read more...] about Mark Pysyk was good for Rasmus Dahlin when paired together in Washington