'This was the latest sign of growth from the Sabres amid a season that will be evaluated based on the development of individual players and the response in pressure-packed situations such as the two they experienced this week.' … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Maturing’ Sabres defend Rasmus Dahlin, earn 5-2 win over Toronto
Archives for March 14, 2022
Mike Harrington: The last two games have been massive moments for the Sabres
'After the game, Dahlin said he was fine and only wanted to talk about what Cozens did. He called his team "brothers in the locker room." He said the players cared for each other and all wanted to win together. Anyone ever say that when Eichel and Sam Reinhart and Evander Kane and others were in the Buffalo locker room and me-first ruled over team-first?' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: The last two games have been massive moments for the Sabres
Sabres display growing maturity in win over Maple Leafs at Heritage Classic
'It was a game, just like Thursday’s 3-1 win over ex-captain Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights, the Sabres almost certainly would’ve lost earlier this season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres display growing maturity in win over Maple Leafs at Heritage Classic
Sabres notes: Rasmus Dahlin, Auston Matthews battle at Heritage Classic
'After the Leafs fell behind, they lost their cool in the waning minutes, and Matthews and Dahlin shoved each other near the net. When Matthews hit Dahlin, Sabres goalie Craig Anderson stepped in to separate them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Rasmus Dahlin, Auston Matthews battle at Heritage Classic
Monday's Toronto Coverage
Weak goals, not weather Maple Leafs' worst enemy in Heritage Classic (Toronto Sun) Matthews' cross-check to be reviewed by NHL Player Safety (Toronto Sun) Simmons: Maple Leafs' Mrazek can't make enough saves indoors or outdoors (Toronto Sun) Simmons says: Maple Leafs have everything but a goalie (Toronto Sun) Maple Leafs notes: Don't anger the weather gods (Toronto … [Read more...] about Monday’s Toronto Coverage
Hinostroza leads Sabres past Maple Leafs in outdoor game
'“It’s really special, being able to chip in and help the team win,” Hinstroza said. “Obviously we got the win, that’s the biggest thing. There’s so many distractions this weekend with family over and everyone at the hotel enjoying themselves, but our team did a great job putting that in the background and coming in and realizing we have a big game to win here."' … [Read more...] about Hinostroza leads Sabres past Maple Leafs in outdoor game
Sabres beat Maple Leafs outdoors in Hamilton, Ontario
'Krebs also scored his second of the day in the third after a controversial goal call from the referees when the net came out of place to give the Sabres a 4-2 lead. This time, his goal was assisted by Dylan Cozens and Kyle Okposo.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Maple Leafs outdoors in Hamilton, Ontario
Opinion: Sabres won the day at Heritage Classic
'Pat Malacaro and I were broadcasting from the glass, and it gave me the opportunity to see the Sabres' bench close up. When Toronto scored, I didn’t see anybody hanging their heads. I saw energy, and I saw talking and communication.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres won the day at Heritage Classic
Three Observations: Sabres beat Leafs 5-2 in Heritage Classic
'If nothing else, that group has speed and that group goes to the net. In an ugly game where the elements take their toll, going back to basics like that is a must. And it gave the Sabres a chance in the third period when the same line cashed in for the third time.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Sabres beat Leafs 5-2 in Heritage Classic
Sabres top Leafs in Heritage Classic, 5-2
'“So many distractions this weekend and we have a pretty young team so for everyone to put families and everything in the background and come out and get two points against a really good team coming off a big win versus Vegas was huge,” Hinostroza said.' … [Read more...] about Sabres top Leafs in Heritage Classic, 5-2
Heritage Classic gives Sabres fans in Southern Ontario a home team for a day
'“My dad is a Leaf fan,” said Jordan Pepper, a Clinton, Ontario resident. “He pushed it on me every day since day one. So I decided I can’t be a (fan of a Canadian team) at all. So I picked Buffalo.”' … [Read more...] about Heritage Classic gives Sabres fans in Southern Ontario a home team for a day
Hinostroza, Krebs score twice as Sabres beat Maple Leafs in Heritage Classic
'He tallied another goal 5 minutes, 16 seconds into the third period break a tie and give the Sabres a 3-2 lead.' … [Read more...] about Hinostroza, Krebs score twice as Sabres beat Maple Leafs in Heritage Classic
Sabres defeat Maple Leafs outdoors in 2022 NHL Heritage Classic
'"It's been a special weekend having my son here and my wife here," Hinostroza said. "It's really special, being able to chip in and help the team win. Obviously we got the win, that's the biggest thing. There's so many distractions this weekend with family over and everyone at the hotel enjoying themselves, but our team did a great job putting that in the background and coming … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Maple Leafs outdoors in 2022 NHL Heritage Classic
Sabres victory in NHL Heritage Classic 'sign of character'
'"I hope it's a sign of growth," coach Don Granato said. "Time will tell, but I think it's more a sign of character. The guys' will is just strong. I think it's always been strong. But here's a little more conviction with the will. The belief is a little stronger. And the determination is a little higher."' … [Read more...] about Sabres victory in NHL Heritage Classic ‘sign of character’
'You can see we're brothers' | Sabres rise to occasion in outdoor win
'Cozens was ejected for his altercation with Toronto Maple Leafs forward Michael Bunting with 1:43 remaining in the Sabres' 5-2 win in the Heritage Classic on Sunday. He spent the remainder of the contest watching on one knee, then jumped to his feet to celebrate after the final horn sounded.' … [Read more...] about ‘You can see we’re brothers’ | Sabres rise to occasion in outdoor win