'“It took a little bit longer for me to get where I’m at now,” Thompson said Thursday, “but it’s a process and I think that’s the main thing, you can’t compare yourself to other people, everyone progresses at different paces and I always knew I would eventually get there, as long as I kept putting in the work, stay mentally strong through adversity and I think I did a good job … [Read more...] about Blues notebook: It’s taken a while, but Thompson has found his game in Buffalo
Archives for April 2022
Friday's Saint Louis Coverage
Hat trick for Tarasenko as Blues win seventh in a row (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues notebook: It's taken a while, but Thompson has found his game in Buffalo (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Tarasenko’s 5-point outing fuels Blues’ 6-2 win over Sabres
'The 19-year-old was caught out of position in allowing Tarasenko to score the go-ahead goal into an open right side of the net 7:18 into the second period. And Power was caught flat-footed when Tarasenko sped past him up the right wing to score 5:27 later.' … [Read more...] about Tarasenko’s 5-point outing fuels Blues’ 6-2 win over Sabres
Blues handle Sabres with 6-2 win in Power's home debut
'Owen Power would earn his first NHL point as he set up Alex Tuch for a game tying goal 4:20 into the second.' … [Read more...] about Blues handle Sabres with 6-2 win in Power’s home debut
Three Observations: Buffalo Sabres lose Owen Power's home debut 6-2 to Blues
'A stellar night from Blues forward Vladimir Tarasenko drove the opposition's success. He had three goals and two assists to help put the tilt out of reach. Buffalo is at home again on Saturday to host the Philadelphia Flyers.' … [Read more...] about Three Observations: Buffalo Sabres lose Owen Power’s home debut 6-2 to Blues
Power earns first NHL point, Sabres fall to Blues 6-2
'Vladimir Tarasenko responded with two unanswered goals, including one where he deked Power. That second goal made it 4-2, and the Blues added two more in the third to take a 6-2 win. Tarasenko had a hat trick including an empty-netter in the third.' … [Read more...] about Power earns first NHL point, Sabres fall to Blues 6-2
It’s been 26 years since the Sabres’ last game at ‘The Aud’
'Although the last game was played in 1996, “The Aud” wasn’t demolished until 2009. But during that last day on the ice, 16,000 fans accompanied the team, helping boost their spirits to claim a 4-1 victory over the Hartford Whalers.' … [Read more...] about It’s been 26 years since the Sabres’ last game at ‘The Aud’
Tarasenko sparks Blues past Sabres for seventh straight win
'"I was real happy with our guys' effort," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "I was happy with our guys' execution for the most part to create chances. And it's one of those games that you lose and you actually feel bad for your guys. They were dialed in and they put forth a great effort. And you're disappointed that they didn't get rewarded more for the effort and some of the … [Read more...] about Tarasenko sparks Blues past Sabres for seventh straight win
'Support and belief' | Power tallies 1st NHL point in loss to Blues
'Granato came away from the loss disappointed for his players, whom he felt deserved better, but pleased with their reaction - angry with the loss, but not overwhelmed.' … [Read more...] about ‘Support and belief’ | Power tallies 1st NHL point in loss to Blues
At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to convert in home loss to St. Louis
'Rookie defenseman Owen Power, playing in his second NHL game, recorded the primary assist on Alex Tuch's second-period goal that tied the game 2-2 for his first NHL point. However, the Blues quickly regained the lead and never looked back.' … [Read more...] about At The Final Horn | Sabres unable to convert in home loss to St. Louis
Owen Power part of Sabres' foundation for a 'bright future' on defense
'There was no veteran to guide Power through the game, either. The six defensemen in the Sabres’ lineup were all under the age of 26, including Power’s partner, 22-year-old Henri Jokiharju. Casey Fitzgerald, 25, was the eldest of the blue liners, but he’s appeared in only 30 NHL games.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power part of Sabres’ foundation for a ‘bright future’ on defense
Owen Power, Sabres’ young defense turning heads: ‘Bright future’
'Incredibly, the average age of the Sabres’ defense in Tuesday’s contest was just 22. Jacob Bryson, 24, and Rasmus Dahlin, Henri Jokiharju and Mattias Samuelsson, all of whom are 22, also played.' … [Read more...] about Owen Power, Sabres’ young defense turning heads: ‘Bright future’
Thursday's Saint Louis Coverage
Blues at Sabres: Young Buffalo team is on the upswing (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Blues face the Sabres on 6-game win streak (AP) Preview: Blues at Sabres (StLouisBlues.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Saint Louis Coverage
The Owen Power era is alive in Buffalo
'There was no question that Power was ready to play against men. Power was one of Canada's best players at the 2021 men's World Championship, leading Canada to an unexpected gold after starting off slow. Power was in more of a depth role at the start but forced coach Gerard Gallant to utilize him more in bigger moments. He then played a big role for Canada at the Winter Olympic … [Read more...] about The Owen Power era is alive in Buffalo
Rick Jeanneret given Key to the City of Niagara Falls, Canada
'Jeanneret, who hails from Ontario, received the key from Mayor Jim Diodati in commemoration of his 51 years as the Sabres’ announcer and the longest-ever career of a play-by-play broadcaster in NHL history.' … [Read more...] about Rick Jeanneret given Key to the City of Niagara Falls, Canada