'Tuesday's 7-2 win in Montreal was followed by Wednesday's impressive 6-2 triumph over the St. Louis Blues, who hit town on a seven-game winning streak and left with the howling of a crowd of 17,302 in their ears. Buffalo returned to its black and red "goathead" jerseys and revived the kind of hockey that was so much a part of the late 90s and early 2000s during the 11-year … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres snap Blues’ streak with impressive victory
Archives for November 24, 2022
Mike Harrington: To Sabres and their fans, return of goathead was about more than just a jersey
'Sure was. It's funny to look back now and think about how reviled the black and red look was when it debuted with the opening of then-Marine Midland Arena in 1996. Frankly, these unis were considered downright sacrilegious, an affront to all the Knox brothers stood for in bringing this franchise to life and running it in the dignified manner they did for more than two … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: To Sabres and their fans, return of goathead was about more than just a jersey
Sabres ride wave of excitement from ‘Goathead’ jerseys, throttle Blues
'For the second straight game, the Sabres enjoyed a supercharged start, getting a goal from scorching winger Jeff Skinner at the 18-second mark that helped buoy them to a convincing 6-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues.' … [Read more...] about Sabres ride wave of excitement from ‘Goathead’ jerseys, throttle Blues
Sabres notes: Struggling Peyton Krebs returns from healthy scratch
'Down the stretch as a rookie last season, center Peyton Krebs, 21, established himself as one of the Sabres’ top young forwards. But through 17 outings this year, he has struggled, mustering zero goals, three assists and just 10 shots on goal. He has also lost his regular spot on the power play.' … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Struggling Peyton Krebs returns from healthy scratch
Notebook: For Sabres, former Blue Tage Thompson has been worth the wait
'A shoulder injury limited him to just one game with Buffalo in 2019-20, and there was modest progress in 2020-21 with eight goals and six assists in 38 games. And then came last season, as he flourished under coach Don Granato while centering a potent line flanked by Jeff Skinner and Alex Tuch.' … [Read more...] about Notebook: For Sabres, former Blue Tage Thompson has been worth the wait
Thursday's Saint Louis Coverage
Quick hits: Blues surrender 6 goals, see 7-game win streak snapped vs. Sabres (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Notebook: For Sabres, former Blue Tage Thompson has been worth the wait (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Photo gallery (Saint Louis Post Dispatch) Photo gallery (Buffalo News) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Saint Louis Coverage
Skinner scores 2; Sabres win 6-2, to snap Blues’ 7-game roll
'“For us, the last two games, we’ve had contributions from everyone,” Skinner said, referring to what’s changed since the skid.' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores 2; Sabres win 6-2, to snap Blues’ 7-game roll
Sabres back in black with a win over St. Louis
'The Buffalo Sabres picked up right where they left off the night before, handing the St. Louis Blues a 6-2 defeat in front of a raucous crowd at KeyBank Center on Wednesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres back in black with a win over St. Louis
Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres dominate Blues in first game wearing black, red 'goatheads'
'It was a charged energy in the building with the Sabres unveiling their new take on an old favorite, the black and red "goathead" jerseys for the first time this season.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three Observations: Sabres dominate Blues in first game wearing black, red ‘goatheads’
Sabres "Goathead" jerseys give them super powers at KeyBank Center
'Jeff Skinner got it going for Buffalo out of the gate, scoring 18 seconds into the game.' … [Read more...] about Sabres “Goathead” jerseys give them super powers at KeyBank Center
Sabres feed off ‘goat head’ vibes to beat Blues in ’90s night party
'The game started with Sabretooth rappelling from the rafters and a 90s-themed hype video featuring an Empire Sports Network opening graphic and a cameo from Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame inductee Ryan Miller. It concluded with Buffalo’s mascot waving a white bison flag while the Sabres raised their sticks to salute the crowd of 17,302 at the downtown arena that opened in … [Read more...] about Sabres feed off ‘goat head’ vibes to beat Blues in ’90s night party
Skinner, Quinn each scores twice, Sabres end Blues win streak at seven
'"I think for me, when guys have success, it's because the line is playing well or the team is playing well," Skinner said. "I think the last two games we've played well as a team, and our line [with Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch] has been clicking pretty well. A couple of them have been on the power play, so when our power play's clicking, when guys are playing well and guys are … [Read more...] about Skinner, Quinn each scores twice, Sabres end Blues win streak at seven
Miller's love of game paves way to U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
'"I'm very grateful that I've had the chance to do the thing I've really loved to do and do it so many times," he said. "I got to tie my skates a lot, and I always enjoyed it. If people could sense that, I hope that would be the inspirational part of it."' … [Read more...] about Miller’s love of game paves way to U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
Postgame Report | Debuting new 3rd jerseys, Sabres top Blues on home ice
'"We were looking forward to this game, to put these jerseys on," Dylan Cozens said. "Once we saw them, we were so excited to wear the black and red and just go out. We knew the fans were going to love it too. They came out and they showed up tonight. It was a great atmosphere."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Debuting new 3rd jerseys, Sabres top Blues on home ice
Luukkonen earns praise from fans, teammates with 34-save performance
'Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen could not recall hearing his name ever being chanted the way it was on Wednesday, when each of his 34 saves were followed by a long, drawn-out "Luuuuuuu" from the 17,302 fans who filled the KeyBank Center stands - plus a few others in uniform. "We were joining in a little on the bench," Jack Quinn, his teammate for two seasons in Rochester and now in … [Read more...] about Luukkonen earns praise from fans, teammates with 34-save performance