'Buffalo seemed primed for another strong performance out of the gate. Dylan Cozens scored on a power play to earn a 1-0 lead 3:19 into the contest, setting the tone for a first period that saw the Sabres outshoot the Devils 13-8.' … [Read more...] about Tokarski makes 37 save in OT loss to Devils
Archives for 2021
At The Final Horn | Sabres fall in overtime to Devils
'Pavel Zacha scored with 1:51 left in overtime to give the Devils the extra two points. Nico Hischier scored early in the third period to tie things up and then New Jersey controlled play for much of the final 20.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres fall in overtime to Devils
Sabres recall Murray from Amerks
'Murray recorded one goal in three preseason games this season. He posted 24 points (9+15) in 55 AHL games in 2020-21 to lead the Amerks and made his NHL debut at the end of the year.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recall Murray from Amerks
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks open road swing with 7-3 win in Toronto (Amerks.com) Marlies Fall 7-3 To Rochester (Marlies.ca) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage
Saturday's New Jersey Coverage
Buffalo visits New Jersey for conference showdown (AP) Devils and Sabres Face Off for the First Time This Season | Preview (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New Jersey Coverage
Observations: Linus Ullmark leads Bruins to win, ends Sabres' undefeated start
'Coach Don Granato’s Sabres controlled play for large stretches of the games, using their speed and pressure on the puck to earn extended time in the offensive zone. However, quality chances are a missing piece of the puzzle. When Sabres Victor Olofsson had room in the right circle at 14:35 into the third period, the winger beat Ullmark with a wrist shot.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Linus Ullmark leads Bruins to win, ends Sabres’ undefeated start
Mike Harrington: Sabres' effort was there, but that's not enough against an elite opponent
'As for the execution? No surprise, that's a work in progress.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres’ effort was there, but that’s not enough against an elite opponent
Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson skates with Sabres for first time since Prospects Challenge
'“I felt confident going into camp,” Samuelsson said. “Getting that little taste last year, I felt I was actually in the running for pushing for a spot on the team on a nightly basis. Not that the chance was taken away or anything, but I just have to earn it in a different way now.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Mattias Samuelsson skates with Sabres for first time since Prospects Challenge
Sabres can’t convert early chances, lose to Bruins: ‘Could’ve won that game’
'The Sabres did not generate enough prime scoring chances around the net. And when they broke down defensively, the Bruins capitalized.' … [Read more...] about Sabres can’t convert early chances, lose to Bruins: ‘Could’ve won that game’
Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson nearing return, focused on sticking in NHL
'“You come into camp, your body feels great, you’re ready to compete, show what you have and unlucky timing for that one,” Samuelsson said prior to Friday’s game against the Boston Bruins at KeyBank Center. “To sit out the whole camp, yeah, it was hard mentally. You obviously want to be out there competing and trying to build something for this team.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson nearing return, focused on sticking in NHL
The Buffalo Sabres are a case study in failure
'If the team wants to torpedo Eichel’s career, it can do that. All it will cost them is the US$50-million still owing on his deal. It’s madness, but it’s not inexplicable. The people already sank this team. Why not take the former captain down with the ship?' … [Read more...] about The Buffalo Sabres are a case study in failure
Saturday's Boston Coverage
The Sabres took their best shot at their former goalie, but Linus Ullmark wasn’t having it (Boston Globe) Bruce Cassidy adds Anton Blidh and John Moore to Bruins lineup vs. Sabres (Boston Globe) Linus Ullmark earns 4-1 win in Bruins’ debut (Boston Herald) Bruins Notebook: Cassidy shuffles defensive pairs (Boston Herald) Bruins Wrap: Linus Ullmark, Offense Shines In Win Over … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Boston Coverage
Coyle, Ullmark lead Bruins to 4-1 win over Sabres
'“We have to make sure that we learn from it and become better because of it,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “It’s nice to be able to play tomorrow, even though there could be a fatigue factor. We need to play more efficient.”' … [Read more...] about Coyle, Ullmark lead Bruins to 4-1 win over Sabres
Exploring trade rumors, surgery options for Jack Eichel and the Sabres
'Obviously, a major hurdle that comes with a trade — aside from him missing a considerable amount of time once he does get operated on (weeks for the procedure he wants; months for the procedure the Sabres want) — is the hefty cap hit (five years left at $10 million AAV). But, injury aside, 24-year-old Hart Trophy candidates don't grow on trees and the trade is more of a … [Read more...] about Exploring trade rumors, surgery options for Jack Eichel and the Sabres
Bruins solve Sabres to hand Buffalo first loss
'Boston's first power play chance of the night led to their third goal of the game. Coyle recorded his second point of the game, this time a goal, with Rasmus Dahlin in the penalty box for hooking. Marchand made the play across the ice for the primary assist, while Mike Reilly was credited with the secondary assist for the 3-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about Bruins solve Sabres to hand Buffalo first loss