'Goaltender Aaron Dell could be facing a suspension after leveling Ottawa winger Drake Batherson with an ultra-dicey hit with 1:02 left in the first period. TSN's Darren Dreger tweeted during the first intermission that the NHL's Department of Player Safety would likely study the play for supplemental discipline on Dell.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Aaron Dell on hot seat for hit as Sabres are drubbed by Sens
Archives for January 26, 2022
Sabres get development bonus as Canada tabs Owen Power, Devon Levi for Olympics
'"I look at this as an opportunity on a development path of another stage and another learning-type experience," Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said. "I look at it as a tremendous honor and a lot of positives."' … [Read more...] about Sabres get development bonus as Canada tabs Owen Power, Devon Levi for Olympics
Sabres goalie Aaron Dell could face suspension for hit on Drake Batherson
'The Sabres looked downright awful after a solid start, allowing three goals in a span of 2 minutes, 55 seconds late in the first period and losing for the 10th time in their last 13 outings (3-7-3).' … [Read more...] about Sabres goalie Aaron Dell could face suspension for hit on Drake Batherson
Sabres prospects Owen Power, Devon Levi have special chance with Canada
'Power, 19, has established himself as one of the NCAA’s most dynamic players, showcasing a mature game for Michigan that belies his limited experience as a sophomore. Meanwhile, Levi, 20, has quickly developed into arguably college hockey’s best goalie in his first season for Northeastern.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects Owen Power, Devon Levi have special chance with Canada
Wednesday's Ottawa Coverage
Garrioch: Senators get three from Ennis and blank Sabres, but Batherson leaves with injury (Ottawa Sun) Photo gallery (Ottawa Sun) Ennis takes charge of Sabers with injured Batherson (Le Droit) Nick Paul doesn't want to leave Ottawa (Le Droit) Batherson's All-Star dream derailed by 'dirty,' 'dangerous' elbow by goalie (Sportsnet) Batherson of Senators injured on hit by … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Ottawa Coverage
Ennis’ hat trick is all Ottawa needs vs. Buffalo in 5-0 win
'“You sit here after the fact and you say, ’Yeah, it could’ve been the other way after the first 10 minutes,’” Granato said. “But the way we did not respond after that is an indicator, to me, that we didn’t have a strong enough foundation going into the game.' … [Read more...] about Ennis’ hat trick is all Ottawa needs vs. Buffalo in 5-0 win
Sabres blanked in Ottawa
'After a quiet opening 16 minutes or so, the Senators struck thrice before the horn sounded on the first period. Former Sabres forward Tyler Ennis potted two goals on Aaron Dell, while sandwiched between Ennis' pair was a powerplay goal from forward Drake Batherson.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blanked in Ottawa
Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres get shutout in a physical battle
'A total of nine penalties were given out to both teams with 26 penalty minutes on the night. Along with that, the Sabres had 23 hits and the Senators had 38. While the Sabres were outhit on the night, they certainly didn’t back down when the challenge arose.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres get shutout in a physical battle
Opinion: The Senators are furious by what they thought was a cheap shot by the Sabres' Aaron Dell.
'Sens coach D.J. Smith said Batherson is out long-term with an ankle injury. Smith called the play ridiculous and stated that Dell has a history of doing things like this.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Senators are furious by what they thought was a cheap shot by the Sabres’ Aaron Dell.
Power, Levi to play for Canada in Olympics
'In 24 games with Michigan this season the defenseman has three goals and 23 assists for 26 points in 24 games. He played two games for Canada at the World Junior Championship before they were canceled due to COVID-19. There he had three goals and two assists for five points. Don Granato loves the season that he’s had, “I was really glad that he went back to play college … [Read more...] about Power, Levi to play for Canada in Olympics
Opinion: Sabres Week In Review: Youth shines in this past week for Buffalo
'However, the Sabres youth was their bright spot throughout the week, where the team had 11 goals scored by players that are 25 years old or under.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres Week In Review: Youth shines in this past week for Buffalo
Sabres blanked by Senators in 5-0 loss
'Former Sabres 1st round draft pick Tyler Ennis [2009-2017] had himself a night against his former team. He scored two of the team's three goals in the 1st period as well as the team's final goal of the night, recording a hat trick. Drake Batherson and Alex Formenton also scored in the win.' … [Read more...] about Sabres blanked by Senators in 5-0 loss
Ennis scores hat trick, Senators blank Sabres
'"I think consistency is probably the biggest thing in this league," Buffalo forward Casey Mittelstadt said. "If your team can learn to play night in and night out, you'll give yourself a chance to win every night and a lot of the time you're going to win a lot of games. We're a young group and we're learning, but eventually the page has to turn and we've got to do better."' … [Read more...] about Ennis scores hat trick, Senators blank Sabres
Power could play for Sabres this season, GM says
'"We've got open communication. We're on the same page," Adams said. "Owen, in terms of what we've seen when we drafted him, is everything that we were hoping as we moved into this year: a player that can be big minutes at the highest level, playing in all situations, and has the growth mindset of `How do I get better? I want to be a dominant player.' He doesn't just want to … [Read more...] about Power could play for Sabres this season, GM says
Sabres unable to answer 1st-period run in loss to Senators
'"I think we have a good start, we don't get one to go in, and they get one and it deflates the bench rather than give us some energy and, pardon my language, a little kick in the ass," forward Casey Mittelstadt, who returned from a 16-game absence, said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to answer 1st-period run in loss to Senators