'The Sabres were left wondering what could have been. They held a one-goal lead over the Atlantic Division’s first-place Boston Bruins for over 32 minutes in front of a sold-out crowd, and there was an opportunity to earn at least a point with a strong third period.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres drop fifth straight, show they’re ‘still learning’ in loss to Bruins
Archives for November 13, 2022
Mike Harrington: It's been a goofy week in Buffalo sports, and not just on the scoreboards
'Playoffs? The Sabres don't know what those are, of course, and you can't remotely think about them in November. But you were allowed to dream just a smidgen when the Sabres got through 10 games in second in the Atlantic Division and fifth in the NHL's overall standing.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It’s been a goofy week in Buffalo sports, and not just on the scoreboards
Game play platform helping drive revenue for Buffalo Sabres
'It is a mobile platform used not only by leagues and teams to promote fan engagement, but also sportsbooks. As part of the deal with the Sabres, its use is being sponsored by Seneca Resorts and Casinos, which has a lounge inside KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Game play platform helping drive revenue for Buffalo Sabres
Sabres play Bruins tough, lose again; Rasmus Dahlin escapes injury
'“It’s one of those things where it’s a learning curve for us,” said Sabres goalie Craig Anderson, who made 27 saves. “We’re still learning. We’ve got a lot of young guys. We’re still trying to find our identity and find our way. But tonight was a step in the right direction even though the outcome’s not what we wanted."' … [Read more...] about Sabres play Bruins tough, lose again; Rasmus Dahlin escapes injury
Sunday's Boston Coverage
Jakub Zboril’s first NHL goal turns game with Sabres in favor of Bruins (Boston Globe) Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy gets the jump on his return from shoulder surgery and now he’s ready for more (Boston Globe) Bruins, Keith Kincaid pull out 3-1 win in Buffalo (Boston Herald) Bruins Wrap: Boston Overcomes Gritty Sabres Effort In Win (NESN) Bruins Notes: Boston’s ‘Resilience’ Led … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Boston Coverage
Bergeron scores twice as Bruins beat Sabres 3-1
'“We’ve got a group that — I’ve said it before — they’re not happy,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “That’s a really good thing for us, is we brought in competitive people. ... When this stuff happens, they don’t like it. They want to fix it.”' … [Read more...] about Bergeron scores twice as Bruins beat Sabres 3-1
Sabres unable to find a way against Boston
'The Sabres had a pair of power play chances in the second period, but were unable to capitalize. Instead, Bergeron cashed in on Boston's first power play opportunity of the period to tie the game 1-1 late in the frame. Ilya Lyubushkin was in the penalty box for roughing on the goal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres unable to find a way against Boston
Buffalo Sabres drop fifth-straight game in 3-1 loss to Boston Bruins
'Tage Thompson scored the game's opening goal in the first period to give Buffalo an early 1-0 lead.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres drop fifth-straight game in 3-1 loss to Boston Bruins
Kinkaid, Bruins hand Sabres fifth straight loss
'"Bitter taste in their mouths," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "We've got a group that -- I've said it before -- they're not happy. It [ticks] them off. That's a really good thing for us, is we brought in competitive people. We know they're young, but we brought in competitive people for that reason."' … [Read more...] about Kinkaid, Bruins hand Sabres fifth straight loss
Postgame Report | Sabres fall to Bruins on Hockey Fights Cancer Night
'The Sabres stayed patient as they protected a one-goal lead through 38 minutes and finished the night with advantages in shots and scoring chances, but the Bruins capitalized on late chances to claim a 3-1 victory inside KeyBank Center on Saturday.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres fall to Bruins on Hockey Fights Cancer Night
Sunday's Rochester Coverage
Despite scoring twice, Sabres prospect Filip Cederqvist costs Amerks win (Olean Times Herald) Amerks come up short to Bb-Ssens in shootout (Amerks.com) Belleville Sens earn shootout win over Rochester Americans (BellevilleSens.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage