'"That’s great to see from a young team ," said Anderson, who, at 41 years old, became the second-oldest goalie in NHL history to record a 40-save shutout. "I think a lot of times younger teams that haven’t played the right way for too long get off their game, they start trying to do too much, be individual. And we didn't do that tonight, which is a huge stepping stone in our … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres ace latest test, score six goals in the third period in 6-0 win
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Craig Anderson posts shutout, Sabres score six late goals in win over Kings
'Anderson was the Sabres’ backbone as they struggled to generate offense early, making 16-first period stops and 30 saves through 40 minutes as the game remain tied at 0.' … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson posts shutout, Sabres score six late goals in win over Kings
Sabres notes: Rasmus Asplund ‘resets’ after scratches; Ilya Lyubushkin skates
'“If I do the defensive stuff right, that’s when my offense comes,” said Asplund, who recorded two third-period assists Tuesday, giving him eight points in 20 games this season. “… I’m not the type of player that’s going to create a lot of offense by not doing my defensive stuff. So I just tried to reset and start focusing on that game. I think I had a really good step in the … [Read more...] about Sabres notes: Rasmus Asplund ‘resets’ after scratches; Ilya Lyubushkin skates
Wednesday's Los Angeles Coverage
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Thompson scores 2, Anderson stops 40; Sabres beat Kings 6-0
'The Sabres offense went from managing just three shots in the first period to a six-goal third period, with Tage Thompson scoring a pair on the power play. Victor Olofsson and JJ Peterka scored goals 13 seconds apart, and Alex Tuch and Peyton Krebs also scored.' … [Read more...] about Thompson scores 2, Anderson stops 40; Sabres beat Kings 6-0
Sabres power play leads to big victory over Kings
'Buffalo was outshot by the Kings, 16-3, in the opening period of play. Sabres goalie Craig Anderson was able to stop all 16 Los Angeles shots on goal, including a handful on the only power play of the first frame.' … [Read more...] about Sabres power play leads to big victory over Kings
Opinion: Three observations: Offensive explosion propels Sabres to win over Kings
'Anderson has had moments this season where it seemed as though he had lost a step at the NHL level, but there are other games, like this one, where he steals a win for the team.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Offensive explosion propels Sabres to win over Kings
Sabres explode in third period with six goals, top Kings 6-0
'Despite being outplayed for much of the first 40 minutes, the Buffalo Sabres snapped their losing skid thanks to a six-goal third period, knocking off the Los Angeles Kings 6-0.' … [Read more...] about Sabres explode in third period with six goals, top Kings 6-0
‘Goat head’ energy ignites Sabres in explosive 6-goal 3rd period, first shutout win of season
'“I think we should wear them every game, based on those numbers,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “The crowd was great, too. They weren’t too happy with our first period. They rallied, and our guys felt that. Even at the start of the game, people seem excited about those things. And I know the players are.” ' … [Read more...] about ‘Goat head’ energy ignites Sabres in explosive 6-goal 3rd period, first shutout win of season
Sabres score 6 in 3rd period, blank Kings
'"It took us a little bit to get to our game," Thompson said. "I think we tried to force a little bit too much offense. … But, obviously, [Anderson] stands on his head, keeps us in the game for a while there, and then we find our game, and from there, we start rolling. I think that doesn't happen if 'Andy's' not standing on his head."' … [Read more...] about Sabres score 6 in 3rd period, blank Kings
Postgame Report | Anderson makes 40 saves in 6-0 win over Kings
'Anderson finished with 40 saves in his first shutout since March 26, 2019 - a performance that, coincidentally, came against the Sabres when Anderson was a member of the Ottawa Senators.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Anderson makes 40 saves in 6-0 win over Kings