Pittsburgh aims to keep win streak going, hosts Buffalo (AP) Game Preview: 12.10.22 vs. BUF (PittsburghPenguins.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage (Part II)
Archives for December 10, 2022
Observations: Jeff Skinner's match penalty costs Sabres in OT loss to Penguins
'The Sabres (12-13-2) saw their comeback halted by a retaliation penalty. They tied the score twice, capped by Kyle Okposo’s power-play goal as the extra attacker with 1:30 left in regulation. Skinner’s goal late in the second period, his 13th of the season, gave Buffalo a 2-1 lead, which it held until Pittsburgh scored twice in the third.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Jeff Skinner’s match penalty costs Sabres in OT loss to Penguins
Mike Harrington: It was a crazy finish for Craig Anderson, who needs to get more action in Sabres' net
'Anderson played well most of the night. He made several key stops, and a 10-beller on Evgeni Malkin late in the second period prevented the Sabres from falling into a 2-0 hole. Instead, it set the stage for Victor Olofsson and Skinner to score in a 67-second span late in the frame to give Buffalo a 2-1 lead.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: It was a crazy finish for Craig Anderson, who needs to get more action in Sabres’ net
Jeff Skinner’s match penalty costs Sabres in OT loss to Penguins
'Of course, Granato walks a fine line with Skinner defending his goalie and keeping his emotions in check.' … [Read more...] about Jeff Skinner’s match penalty costs Sabres in OT loss to Penguins
After slow start and scratches, Sabres’ Peyton Krebs contributing again
'“His confidence had been growing before the goal and the goal was just a result, but (it was) definitely an injection of adrenaline and more energy,” Granato said. “… It’s something that he is working to add to his game, getting off of the perimeter and to the net more."' … [Read more...] about After slow start and scratches, Sabres’ Peyton Krebs contributing again
Saturday's Pittsburgh Coverage (Part I)
Jeff Carter's game-winner gives Penguins 4-3 overtime win in Buffalo (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Penguins stay hot, topple Sabres in overtime (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) Sabres' Jeff Skinner faces hearing for cross-checking Penguins' Jake Guentzel (Pittsburgh Tribune Review) 3 takeaways: Goaltender Tristan Jarry moves up Penguins all-time wins list (Pittsburgh Tribune … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Pittsburgh Coverage (Part I)
Carter scores on OT power play, Penguins beat Sabres 4-3
'Skinner was ejected for cross-checking Jake Guentzel across the face with 22 seconds remaining in the opener of the teams’ two-game set. Skinner went after Guentzel at the boards in coming to the defense of goalie Craig Anderson, who was slashed by Guentzel after smothering the puck.' … [Read more...] about Carter scores on OT power play, Penguins beat Sabres 4-3
Tage Thompson’s 5-goal outing showcases his sizeable ability
'“Someone asked me last night if I’m surprised,” Granato said Thursday, a day after a 9-4 win at Columbus in which Thompson became just the 12th player since 1992-93 to score five times in a game. “No, I’m not surprised at all. He’s very talented and puts the work in.”' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s 5-goal outing showcases his sizeable ability
Sabres fall to Pittsburgh in overtime
'Kyle Okposo's power play goal with 1:30 remaining in regulation tied the score at 3-3. Jack Quinn made the pass that helped set up the chance in the slot for the one-time goal. Mittelstadt added his third assist of the night on the goal, as well.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Pittsburgh in overtime
Opinion: Sabres fall to Penguins because of penalties
'The problem came because Buffalo handed Pittsburgh five power plays, including one in overtime that did them in.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres fall to Penguins because of penalties
Buffalo Sabres drop 4-3 overtime thriller to Pittsburgh Penguins
'The Sabres played the overtime period a man-down due to a late Jeff Skinner penalty in the third. And Pittsburgh's Jeff Carter scored the game winning goal just a minute and a half into overtime.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres drop 4-3 overtime thriller to Pittsburgh Penguins
Carter, Penguins recover to defeat Sabres in OT for fourth straight win
'"It wasn't much, but it was clear as day I was freezing it for three seconds ahead of time," Anderson said. "There's no reason to do that and then that threw us. And then he slashes 'Skinny.' Skinny slashes back, and before you know it, we're at the short end of the stick on that. That's just the way she goes."' … [Read more...] about Carter, Penguins recover to defeat Sabres in OT for fourth straight win
Postgame Report | Sabres rally back but fall in overtime to Penguins
'"We've got to hold our composure and we've got to use that as a learning tool for us," Anderson said. "It's one of those things, where staying in the moment and getting the two points is more important than getting frustrated. That's what it was, it was just frustration on our part that we have to learn from."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres rally back but fall in overtime to Penguins
Saturday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks drop third straight in 5-2 loss to Comets (AMerks.com) Back from injury, biro picking up where he left off (Amerks.com) Comets highlight reel goals fuel comeback (UticaComets.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage