'“It’s been a whirlwind of emotions, for sure,” Okposo said. “Obviously, first and foremost, our thoughts, our prayers are with Damar and his family and all the players over there, the Bills, the entire organization, everybody that’s directly affected with it. And it’s great to see we get a positive update, which is phenomenal. I think that sports is such a – it’s woven into … [Read more...] about A ‘whirlwind of emotions’ for Sabres as players monitor Damar Hamlin’s progress
Archives for January 6, 2023
Mike Harrington: For Tage Thompson, good things come in 3s as Sabres continue to pay tribute to Damar Hamlin
'"I found that out right after the game, and I'm a big believer in God," Thompson said. "And I think that's a sign. I don't know if you can make up something quite like that. I think prayer is a powerful thing. And that's, really, all you can do in this situation. That's what we're going to continue to do. He's making some good strides right now. So just continue to pray and … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: For Tage Thompson, good things come in 3s as Sabres continue to pay tribute to Damar Hamlin
Sabres center Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
'The NHL changed the selection process this season, though. Rather than beginning with a fan vote, the league’s hockey operations department chose one player from each of the 32 teams. Former Sabres goalie Linus Ullmark was chosen to represent the Boston Bruins.' … [Read more...] about Sabres center Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
After Damar Hamlin injury, Sabres had open dialogue, knew they had special opportunity: ‘We owed it to … Buffalo’
'“It hits home, not only just because it’s sporting community, but because it’s Buffalo,” Sabres center Tage Thompson said following Thursday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “I think going into that game, your head’s a little bit in a different space.”' … [Read more...] about After Damar Hamlin injury, Sabres had open dialogue, knew they had special opportunity: ‘We owed it to … Buffalo’
Prolific season earns Sabres star Tage Thompson spot in NHL All-Star Game
'If he continues his torrid production, he would score a whopping 68 goals and 125 points over a full season.' … [Read more...] about Prolific season earns Sabres star Tage Thompson spot in NHL All-Star Game
Tage Thompson selected to 2023 NHL All-Star Game
'Thompson is currently third in league scoring with 55 points, while his 30 goals is just three behind the NHL's league leader Connor McDavid, who was also selected for the Pacific Division team representing the Edmonton Oilers.' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson selected to 2023 NHL All-Star Game
Craig Anderson discusses events after Damar Hamlin's medical emergency
'“These occasions happen so few and far between that you don’t see them, you don’t get to comprehend them until it happens and I’ve been a part of a couple situations that were life or death on the ice and it’s no different and the sports part is second nature and you think of the family and the kids that are sitting there watching it because they don’t understand.”' … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson discusses events after Damar Hamlin’s medical emergency
Sabres needed time to process what happened to Damar Hamlin
'Before their game with the Washington Capitals on Tuesday, the team met in the morning to talk about their emotions about what happened to Hamlin. Don Granato said, “We collective sat and we don’t know how everybody is going to feel when they see what happened to Damar and you think about his family and the team and you think of your own vulnerabilities, so we have taken a lot … [Read more...] about Sabres needed time to process what happened to Damar Hamlin
Granato not against keeping three goalies on roster
'“We hope that it continues to be a very tough decision, and it would be today because UPL is playing incredibly well and at some point Comrie will exhaust time that he can be in Rochester by virtue of his veteran status.” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Granato not against keeping three goalies on roster
Sabres forward Tage Thompson selected to NHL All-Star game
'Thompson has scored 55 points and 30 goals so far in 36 games played during the 2022-2023 season. Thompson's 30 goals are the second-most in the league, only after Oilers center, Connor McDavid, with 33.' … [Read more...] about Sabres forward Tage Thompson selected to NHL All-Star game
Sabres’ Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
'The league’s hockey operations department picked the first 32 All-Stars, one from each team. Fans will choose the final 12 players who make it — three skaters and a goalie from each division — with a Twitter component involved for the first time. All-Star Weekend is set for Feb. 3-4 in South Florida.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Tage Thompson selected for NHL All-Star Game
Sabres wear special T-shirts in support of Bills safety Hamlin
'The Sabres wore custom T-shirts in honor of the National Football League safety before their game against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena.' … [Read more...] about Sabres wear special T-shirts in support of Bills safety Hamlin
'Pure excitement' | Thompson to represent Sabres at All-Star Game
'"I think you dream of playing in the NHL, winning a Stanley Cup, being an NHL All-Star," he said. "To get selected and be able to go is a pretty cool feeling."' … [Read more...] about ‘Pure excitement’ | Thompson to represent Sabres at All-Star Game