'Buffalo (19-15-2) has earned at least one point in seven of its last eight games, including a win streak of six that ended Sunday in Ottawa. Luukkonen made 28 saves to help the Sabres withstand the Capitals’ push, but Alex Ovechkin scored twice to spark the rally for Washington (21-13-6).' … [Read more...] about ‘We’re in this together’: Sabres earn OT win to cap emotional day for Buffalo
Archives for January 4, 2023
Chris Pronger, a Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman, recalls his 'scary' cardiac event
'Neither Blues trainer Ray Barile nor team physician Dr. Aaron Birenbaum could find a pulse on Pronger's neck or wrist. Pronger’s lips were blue, and becoming bluer by the second, while his eyes were rolled back into his head. Barile cut Pronger’s jersey and shoulder pads to prepare to perform CPR when, suddenly, he awoke.' … [Read more...] about Chris Pronger, a Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman, recalls his ‘scary’ cardiac event
How Sabres showed their support for Bills’ Damar Hamlin ahead of matchup vs. Capitals
'To show their support for Hamlin, every Sabres player was shown wearing a “Love for 3″ t-shirt in Bills colors as they entered the Capital One Arena.' … [Read more...] about How Sabres showed their support for Bills’ Damar Hamlin ahead of matchup vs. Capitals
Love for 3: Tage Thompson’s big night for Sabres dedicated to Bills’ Damar Hamlin
'Thompson’s game-winning goal came in 3-on-3 overtime just three minutes into overtime for his 30th goal of the season. The power of three was certainly on display on Tuesday night in the Sabres’ win.' … [Read more...] about Love for 3: Tage Thompson’s big night for Sabres dedicated to Bills’ Damar Hamlin
Wednesday's Washington Coverage
Tage Thompson outshines Alex Ovechkin as Sabres knock off Capitals in OT (Washington Post) Tage Thompson scores hat trick to fend off Caps’ comeback (NBC Sports Washington) Caps’ magic number not enough against Sabres’ high-flying offense (NBC Sports Washington) Sabres Slide By Caps in OT, 5-4 (WashingtonCaps.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Washington Coverage
Sabres beat Capitals in OT with Bills’ Damar Hamlin on mind
'It was evident from the “LOVE FOR 3” shirts players wore into the arena to Hamlin’s jersey number in Bills colors on the lapel of general manager Kevyn Adams, who did not even want to talk about Tage Thompson’s hat trick and his team’s seventh victory in eight games. He and the Sabres were entirely focused on Hamlin, the Bills safety who remained hospitalized in critical … [Read more...] about Sabres beat Capitals in OT with Bills’ Damar Hamlin on mind
Damar Hamlin suffers cardiac arrest: Sabres show support for Bills' safety with 'LOVE FOR 3' shirts
'On Tuesday night, Buffalo Sabres players arrived for their game against the Washington Capitals in D.C. sporting "LOVE FOR 3" shirts to show their support for Hamlin.' … [Read more...] about Damar Hamlin suffers cardiac arrest: Sabres show support for Bills’ safety with ‘LOVE FOR 3’ shirts
Sabres defeat Washington in overtime thanks to another Tage Thompson hat-trick
'Ahead of Tuesday's puck drop in the nation's capital, both teams and the crowd in attendance held a moment of silence for Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest on Monday night in the first quarter of Buffalo's matchup with the Bengals in Cincinnati.' … [Read more...] about Sabres defeat Washington in overtime thanks to another Tage Thompson hat-trick
Emotional Adams speaks following Tuesday's overtime win in Washington
'“Our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers are with Damar and his family and the entire Bills organization,” said Adams at the top of his postgame press conference.' … [Read more...] about Emotional Adams speaks following Tuesday’s overtime win in Washington
Opinion: Three observations: Sabres earn another big win over Capitals
'While names like Jack Quinn, JJ Peterka, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen still need some time to grow into their roles, there are others who are already there. Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin are a couple of players that consistently perform for the Sabres night-in and night-out.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Three observations: Sabres earn another big win over Capitals
Thompson lifts Buffalo Sabres to 5-4 overtime win over Washington Capitals
'It's Thompson's third hat-trick of the season. For his 30th goal of the season. All on January 3rd.' … [Read more...] about Thompson lifts Buffalo Sabres to 5-4 overtime win over Washington Capitals
Another symbolic hat trick for Sabres, Tage Thompson scores 30th goal in OT win
'Thompson also set up Alex Tuch for his 18th goal with a spinning pass off the rush and was the recipient of a great pass on his second of the game. He took advantage of a Capitals turnover to score three minutes into OT for his fourth career hat trick — and third of the season.' … [Read more...] about Another symbolic hat trick for Sabres, Tage Thompson scores 30th goal in OT win
Buffalo Sabres show love to Damar Hamlin on road trip
'Buffalo’s hockey players wore t-shirts displaying “LOVE FOR 3” in red and blue lettering to support hospitalized football player Damar Hamlin in arriving at Capital One Arena in Washington. Solemn expressions indicated the Sabres’ thoughts were back home in concluding a three-game road trip.' … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres show love to Damar Hamlin on road trip
One Buffalo: Sabres rally around Bills' Damar Hamlin on game night
'Tuesday night, it was 'One Buffalo' in Washington, when the Sabres rallied behind Bills safety Damar Hamlin, walking into Capital One Arena to play the Capitals.' … [Read more...] about One Buffalo: Sabres rally around Bills’ Damar Hamlin on game night
Thompson completes hat trick in OT, lifts Sabres past Capitals
'Thompson also had an assist to go with his third hat trick of the season for the Sabres (19-15-2). Tuch had a goal and two assists, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 28 saves.' … [Read more...] about Thompson completes hat trick in OT, lifts Sabres past Capitals