'Thompson, listed as 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, also excels at the aspects of the game commonly associated with power forwards, such as creating scoring chances off the cycle and forecheck. Thompson is in the top 10 of both categories this season.' … [Read more...] about How the Sabres are being rewarded for their ‘huge leap of faith’ in Tage Thompson
Archives for December 2022
Hamilton Take 2: Thompson is on a tear for Buffalo
'Thompson spent a lot of time on Thursday discussing a huge reason why his career is where it's at. It’s just that he’s been surrounded by people that believe in him. Don Granato was with Thompson when he was 16 years old with the U.S. Under-18 team. Thompson said knowing that his head coach believes in him and that his teammates believe in him gives him all the confidence he … [Read more...] about Hamilton Take 2: Thompson is on a tear for Buffalo
Sabres attempt to hold nine pucks in one hand after high scoring game
'An array of different strategies and grips were used which ultimately led to the pucks slipping out of most of the Sabres' hands.' … [Read more...] about Sabres attempt to hold nine pucks in one hand after high scoring game
Thompson shows how good he can be with six-point game for Sabres
'"Even as well as things are going, you're always asking yourself: 'How can I be better? What more can I do to help the team win?' So I think it's just that hunger, not being satisfied with where you're at and always striving to get better."' … [Read more...] about Thompson shows how good he can be with six-point game for Sabres
Sabres' chemistry at forward fueling NHL-leading offense
'In their last eight games, the Sabres have scored four or more goals in seven of those contests and tallied at least six goals on four occasions.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ chemistry at forward fueling NHL-leading offense
Observations: Tage Thompson makes history again, scores 5 goals in rout
'Thompson is the leading scorer on the top offensive team in the NHL. As of late Wednesday night, his 21 goals ranked third in the NHL, only two fewer than Dallas’ Jason Robertson, and his 40 points in 26 games were fourth. This performance, broadcast nationally on television, showcased the skill and remarkable right-handed shot that earned Thompson a seven-year, $50 million … [Read more...] about Observations: Tage Thompson makes history again, scores 5 goals in rout
Sabres notebook: Reading of the starting lineup a way to 'freshen things up'
'“We went on a bit of a heater when it was Krebsy’s turn,” Okposo said with a laugh. “I think we just did it one day and, like anything, you get a little superstitious because you win and all right, let’s do it again and then it becomes a thing.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres notebook: Reading of the starting lineup a way to ‘freshen things up’
Notes on Sabres star Tage Thompson’s dominant five-goal, six-point game
'Through 26 games this season, Thompson has scored 21 goals, the NHL’s third-highest total, and 40 points, putting him on pace for 66 goals and 126 points.' … [Read more...] about Notes on Sabres star Tage Thompson’s dominant five-goal, six-point game
Sabres prospects Isak Rosen, Noah Ostlund named to World Junior roster
'Rosen, 19, has compiled three goals and 14 points in 20 games as a rookie with the Rochester Americans this season. He played in the most recent tournament in August, registering four goals and five points in seven contests as Sweden earned a bronze medal.' … [Read more...] about Sabres prospects Isak Rosen, Noah Ostlund named to World Junior roster
Rise of Tage: Thompson nets five en route to Sabres nine-goal effort in win over reeling Blue Jackets
'Thompson’s high-powered night held historical value, as he became just the second skater in Sabres history to record five goals in a single game. Dave Andreychuk is the only other Buffalo player to do it, scoring five during an 8-6 win over the Boston Bruins on Feb. 6, 1986. Thompson spearheaded the Sabres’ fierce attack right out of the gate, firing a flurry of shots at the … [Read more...] about Rise of Tage: Thompson nets five en route to Sabres nine-goal effort in win over reeling Blue Jackets
Thursday's Columbus Coverage
'Never had a chance': Blue Jackets blown out by Tage Thompson and Sabres in ugly 9-4 loss (Columbus Dispatch) Photo gallery (Columbus Dispatch) Morning Musings: Blue Jackets can't get it going against Sabres (BlueJackets.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Columbus Coverage
Thompson nets 4 in 1st, 5 overall, as Buffalo tops Columbus
'Thompson is the second U.S.-born player to score five goals in a game. He is the fourth player in NHL history to record four goals in the first period of a regular-season game, joining Peter Bondra (1994), Grant Mulvey (1982) and Joe Malone (1921). He is also the fourth active player to score five goals in a game, joining Timo Meier (Jan. 17, 2022), Mika Zibanejad (March 5, … [Read more...] about Thompson nets 4 in 1st, 5 overall, as Buffalo tops Columbus
Sabres' Tage Thompson nets 5 goals in blowout win over Blue Jackets
'"It’s definitely a rewarding feeling," Thompson said after the game. "You’ve spent a lot of years working to get to this point and to be rewarded for it is a pretty good feeling, and it just leaves you hungrier."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson nets 5 goals in blowout win over Blue Jackets
Sabres' Tage Thompson ties team record with 5 goals vs. Columbus
'Thompson tied the mark at 16:07 of the second period, which put the Sabres up 7-2 on their way to a 9-4 win. It was his 21st goal of the season. He became the second Buffalo player with five goals in a game, joining Dave Andreychuk, who accomplished the feat against the Boston Bruins on Feb. 6, 1986.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson ties team record with 5 goals vs. Columbus
Sabres' Tage Thompson erupts for five goals, ties NHL record with four in first period vs. Blue Jackets
'Thompson got the scoring started early, joining Rasmus Dahlin in assisting on a Dylan Cozens goal at 3:21 of the first period. Less than two minutes later, Thompson scored his first goal of the night, and he proceeded to record three more within a 10-minute span before the period mercifully closed for Columbus. Thompson joined rarified air with his historic start: He became … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson erupts for five goals, ties NHL record with four in first period vs. Blue Jackets