'“The one thing that hasn’t been questioned about Aspy is he’s hungry,” Sabres assistant coach Matt Ellis said following Wednesday’s practice inside KeyBank Center. “He’s hungry to attack the game, he’s hungry to attack practice. He’s grateful for every opportunity that he’s earned."' … [Read more...] about Confident Rasmus Asplund thriving in bigger role with Sabres
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Sabres’ Cody Eakin leaves practice after crashing into net
'Eakin, 30, skated to the bench on his own before leaving for the dressing room.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Cody Eakin leaves practice after crashing into net
So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?
'Montreal, Arizona and Vancouver are hardly needle-movers at this point. But to Buffalo's credit, they've played pretty darn good with a 40-year-old goaltender and without the team's best forward in decades. The team's depth is abysmal. The defense? Ugly. The goaltending? Uninspiring. But that's all on paper. In practicality, the Sabres have played some decent hockey, and the … [Read more...] about So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?
Injury bug starting to hit Sabres
'Vinnie Hinostroza did not practice on Wednesday, while Cody Eakin crashed into the net and had to leave the ice. Hinostroza was on a maintenance day and the Sabres say he should be OK. Eakin was still being evaluated after practice with an update coming on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Injury bug starting to hit Sabres
Opinion: Sabres keep good feelings going for fans
'The competition is getting better, as Vancouver is better than the Montreal Canadiens and Arizona Coyotes. The Boston Bruins are in town on Friday, and they’re quite a bit better than any of those three teams.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres keep good feelings going for fans
ESPN commentator promises everyone a beer if KeyBank Center sells out on Friday
'“Fill the barn Friday night for Me and Cally on ESPN+,” He wrote. “If it’s a sellout I’ll buy everybody a beer! Bourbon for me.”' … [Read more...] about ESPN commentator promises everyone a beer if KeyBank Center sells out on Friday
Inside the numbers behind the Sabres' 3-0-0 start
'While all four lines have managed to contribute, two have been particularly dominant. The Sabres have out-chanced opponents, 19-5, with the trio of Rasmus Asplund, Tage Thompson, and Victor Olofsson on the ice at 5-on-5. The tally is 12-3 in favor of Buffalo with Zemgus Girgensons, Cody Eakin, and Kyle Okposo on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Inside the numbers behind the Sabres’ 3-0-0 start
Observations: Kyle Okposo, Zemgus Girgensons inspiring undefeated Sabres
'Neither was discussed much by the media during the offseason, and both were left exposed in the Seattle expansion draft. Okposo, a 33-year-old amid his 15th NHL season, hasn’t recorded double-digit goals since he had 14 in 2018-19. Girgensons missed last season with a hamstring injury suffered during a training-camp scrimmage.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Kyle Okposo, Zemgus Girgensons inspiring undefeated Sabres
Mike Harrington: Sabres punch up in weight class and party on in latest knockout
'After a sluggish first seven minutes, the Sabres came in waves. They wore the Canucks down.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Sabres punch up in weight class and party on in latest knockout
Alan Pergament: 8 Sabres games will be carried exclusively on ESPN+; Josh Allen a Formula 1 fan
'According to a representative of ESPN, the ESPN+ games also will be streamed on Hulu and you only need one of the two streaming services to watch them.' … [Read more...] about Alan Pergament: 8 Sabres games will be carried exclusively on ESPN+; Josh Allen a Formula 1 fan
Sabres win again, improve to 3-0: ‘We want to prove all the doubters wrong’
'“We know we have to earn everything,” said Sabres center Dylan Cozens, who recorded two assists. “We know it’s not going to be easy, but everyone on this team has something to prove. We want to prove all the doubters wrong. We want to go out there and show that we can be a really good team in this league.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres win again, improve to 3-0: ‘We want to prove all the doubters wrong’
Sabres notes: Drake Caggiula focused on showcasing offensive side
'But in Buffalo, Caggiula believes he can rediscover his scoring touch. He feels comfortable playing for coach Don Granato, who was an assistant during his first season with the Chicago Blackhawks.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Drake Caggiula focused on showcasing offensive side
Wednesday's Vancouver Coverage
Sabres 5, Canucks 2: Boeser in, Hughes out, nothing much to shout about (Vancouver Province) Canucks notebook: Pearson's transition to NHL a good guide for Podkolzin (Vancouver Province) Canucks return to last season's form with passive display vs. Sabres (Sportsnet) Photo gallery (NHL.com) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Vancouver Coverage
Sabres rally to beat Canucks, improve to 3-0
'“You go through ups and downs and you got to keep this momentum when you have it,” said Okposo, who scored his 200th NHL goal and has recorded a point in eight straight games against the Canucks. “So we’re just hoping to continue to keep that confidence for the season. We know it’s going to dip at some points."' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally to beat Canucks, improve to 3-0
A trio in the third propel Sabres to win against Vancouver
'Two goals less than a minute apart early in the third period helped pace the Buffalo Sabres to a 5-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center. Buffalo has begun the season with three straight victories.' … [Read more...] about A trio in the third propel Sabres to win against Vancouver