'"Big team win," exclaimed Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin. "We competed hard today. It gives us confidence that we can beat Nashville, who is a really good team."' … [Read more...] about Observations: Jeff Skinner’s milestone marker propels Sabres to road win
Archives for January 14, 2022
Rasmus Dahlin to represent the Sabres, Atlantic Division at NHL All-Star Game
'The plethora of talented forwards in the Atlantic Division, and Dahlin’s rapid ascent over the past five weeks, helped him emerge as the Sabre most likely to be selected.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin to represent the Sabres, Atlantic Division at NHL All-Star Game
Jeff Skinner, Aaron Dell star as Sabres end winless skid, beat Predators
'“Very pleased,” Sabres coach Don Granato said on a Zoom call. “I felt our guys deserved the win. They worked for it, they earned it from the first drop of the puck all the way to the end, all the way to Hinostroza’s goal. They battled and they stuck to a game plan, they had a real sense of objective and it was great to see."' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner, Aaron Dell star as Sabres end winless skid, beat Predators
NHL All-Star Rasmus Dahlin becoming Sabres’ best player: ‘Elite defenseman’
'It’s a dream that seemed far-fetched 10 or 11 months ago as Dahlin regressed mightily under ex-Sabres coach Ralph Krueger. He looked lost and overwhelmed, losing his aggression while becoming a gaffe machine.' … [Read more...] about NHL All-Star Rasmus Dahlin becoming Sabres’ best player: ‘Elite defenseman’
Friday's Nashville Coverage
First-place Nashville Predators' win streak ends at five, thanks to Buffalo Sabres (Nashville Tennesean) Win Streak Concludes at Five as Preds Fall to Sabres (NashvillePredators.com) Photo gallery (NHL.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Nashville Coverage
Skinner scores twice as Sabres beat Predators 4-1
'“Our guys deserved to win,” Buffalo coach Don Granato said. “They worked for it. They earned it from the first drop of the puck all the way to the end.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores twice as Sabres beat Predators 4-1
Skinner's big night propels Sabres over Predators
'Buffalo's lead swelled to two about eight minutes into the final period of regulation, when Skinner doubled down on an impressive night. His team-leading 13th goal of the season came via a breakaway after a slick puck pickup in the neutral zone, turning on the jets bearing down on the Nashville goal.' … [Read more...] about Skinner’s big night propels Sabres over Predators
Opinion: Rasmus Dahlin named to NHL All-Star Game for first time
'The Sabres' best player this season has been Tage Thompson, but he still could make the game if he’s voted in as the "Last Man In". Jeff Skinner got into the All-Star Game in 2019 after winning this vote.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Rasmus Dahlin named to NHL All-Star Game for first time
Several Sabres reach milestones in 4-1 win over Predators
'At the other end, after a rough start and an assignment to Rochester to start the season, Aaron Dell picked up his first win as a Sabre.' … [Read more...] about Several Sabres reach milestones in 4-1 win over Predators
Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin selected to 2022 NHL All-Star Game
'This season, the 21-year-old has six goals and 16 assists in 35 games.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin selected to 2022 NHL All-Star Game
Skinner nets two, Sabres top Preds 4-1 in Dell’s first win of season
'Skinner scored his first in the second period when the game was tied. After the first shot by Dylan Cozens was stopped, Skinner’s rebound attempt found the back of the net to put Buffalo up 2-1.' … [Read more...] about Skinner nets two, Sabres top Preds 4-1 in Dell’s first win of season
Rasmus Dahlin named 2022 NHL All-Star
'This is the first All-Star appearance for Dahlin in his young career. The defenseman has 22 points (6 goals, 16 assists) in 35 games so far this season. He’s the first Sabres defenseman to make the All-Star team since Brian Campbell in 2008.' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin named 2022 NHL All-Star
Skinner scores twice, Sabres end Predators five-game winning streak
'"Our guys deserved to win," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "They worked for it. They earned it from the first drop of the puck all the way to the end."' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores twice, Sabres end Predators five-game winning streak
Skinner scores twice, Dell makes 29 saves in win over Predators
'In that sense, their game Thursday represented a step toward normalcy. Thompson remained in COVID protocol, but Okposo and Tuch returned. Skinner scored a pair of goals. Hinostroza and Mark Jankowski (who also missed time with COVID) also scored.' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores twice, Dell makes 29 saves in win over Predators
At The Final Horn | Skinner's 2-goal game leads Sabres over Predators
'Matt Duchene scored for Nashville to tie it up 1-1, but Skinner scored two in a row to put Buffalo ahead for good. Juuse Saros made 17 saves for Nashville. The Predators were 8-1-1 in their last 10 games and riding a five-game win streak heading into the contest.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Skinner’s 2-goal game leads Sabres over Predators