'"When we got off to a slow start, there's a lot of people walking on eggshells and whatnot," Jost said of the Wild. "And I can't use it as an excuse, but definitely your confidence kind of lacks a little bit you're not going to be the player that you can be. So I want to get back to the game that I was playing in preseason: I felt really good and I was in a rhythm, wasn't … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Waiver claim Tyson Jost looking to find the rhythm he missed in Minnesota
Archives for November 2022
Despite losing streak, Sabres sticking with plan, confident youth will grow
'“I’m calm right now, and I think calm is very important in these types of things, but I’m not comfortable,” Adams said prior to Monday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “You could check my sleep habits, certainly not comfortable at all. I’m wanting to make sure that we have a calmness about this and know that these experiences are exactly what our players will help them grow and … [Read more...] about Despite losing streak, Sabres sticking with plan, confident youth will grow
Tyson Jost offers Sabres intriguing talent: ‘He checked all the boxes’
'The Sabres needed to beef up their forward depth, especially because they want to keep their top prospects in the minors. They also had to find help to improve their penalty killing, which has allowed a goal in nine straight games.' … [Read more...] about Tyson Jost offers Sabres intriguing talent: ‘He checked all the boxes’
Sabres likely to get two players back from injuries against Canadiens
'Sabres winger Zemgus Girgensons and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson will likely return from injuries for Tuesday’s road game against the Montreal Canadiens.' … [Read more...] about Sabres likely to get two players back from injuries against Canadiens
Tuesday's Montreal Coverage
Nov. 22, 2022: Sabres at Canadiens — five things you should know (Montreal Gazette) Canadiens host the Sabres following Caufield’s 2-goal showing (AP) BUF@MTL: What you need to know (Canadiens.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Montreal Coverage
Kevyn Adams likes what Tyson Jost can bring to Sabres
'Kevyn Adams spoke before practice on Monday and he said, “He’s a guy that we look at as a young player, high speed, high skill level, can make plays at a high pace, high character. I had one report back to me saying he’s an elite human being and those are the type of people we want in this organization, so we just felt like it was the right type of opportunity for us to add … [Read more...] about Kevyn Adams likes what Tyson Jost can bring to Sabres
Sabres GM keeping calm despite eight-game losing streak
'"We were very purposeful and specific how we were building the roster this year, knowing that we're going to be extremely young and you're going to go through ups and downs, and we're well aware of that," general manager Kevyn Adams said Monday. "I'm calm right now, and I think calm is very important in these types of things, but I'm not comfortable. You could check my sleep … [Read more...] about Sabres GM keeping calm despite eight-game losing streak
Jost joins Sabres at practice, excited to build and grow with team
'"Watching these guys play, it's fun to watch. Their team is exciting," he said. "They've got a really good thing going on here and they're coming up. So, I'm excited to be part of this group and just kind of build with these guys and grow with these guys."' … [Read more...] about Jost joins Sabres at practice, excited to build and grow with team
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks Week 6 round-up (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: It's crazy eights for Sabres as Leafs hand Buffalo its latest loss
'The Sabres had dominated the Leafs in three straight victories over Toronto late last season, including their 5-2 win at the NHL Heritage Classic outdoors at Tim Horton's Field in Hamilton. But this game was dramatically different, as the Leafs were better in every area. William Nylander scored two goals to lead the Toronto offense and Mitch Marner set up two others to extend … [Read more...] about Observations: It’s crazy eights for Sabres as Leafs hand Buffalo its latest loss
Inside the NHL: Lots of teams have losing streaks. It doesn't mean the Sabres should try tanking again
'So with that 7-3 start quickly a fading memory, you're already seeing the social media chatter and getting questions from fans wondering if we're back to Tank Time.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Lots of teams have losing streaks. It doesn’t mean the Sabres should try tanking again
Sabres fall to Maple Leafs, losing skid hits eight: ‘It boils down to compete’
'The Sabres showcased plenty of determination in roaring out to a 7-3-0 start and even early during their skid. But in recent games, their work ethic has often vanished, and opponents have throttled them.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Maple Leafs, losing skid hits eight: ‘It boils down to compete’
Sabres beef up depth by claiming Tyson Jost off waivers
'Jost, 24, might be utilized down the lineup. Veterans Anders Bjork, who this afternoon was sent to the Rochester Americans, and Riley Sheahan have been skating fourth line during the past week.' … [Read more...] about Sabres beef up depth by claiming Tyson Jost off waivers
Sunday's Toronto Coverage
'Exceptional' defence and strong netminding by Matt Murray propel Leafs past previously pesky Sabres (Toronto Sun) Koshan: Maple Leafs have to find a way to get Robertson playing (Toronto Sun) ‘We’re really starting to believe.’ Leafs unleash blizzard of offence to bury Sabres (Toronto Star) Maple Leafs deliver most decisive win of season: 'We're finding our groove' … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Toronto Coverage
Marner extends point streak to 12 games as Maple Leafs beat Sabres
'"It boils down to compete," said Sabres head coach Don Granato, whose team took three of four from the Leafs in 2021-22. "We didn't have enough guys competing hard enough at the start. "That was the difference."' … [Read more...] about Marner extends point streak to 12 games as Maple Leafs beat Sabres