'"You have 19,000 people you might send home disappointed," said Granato. "And if you think that doesn’t affect your psyche as a team, as individuals, it’s a load to handle. And our guys just – the way they handled that, it didn’t affect them in any negative manner. They were dialed in and believed in their ability to come back, tie the game, and they never lost their ability … [Read more...] about Observations: ‘Special’ night for Sabres ends with Victor Olofsson’s goal in OT
Archives for January 8, 2023
Inside the NHL: A 'moment of celebration' all night long from Sabres sets stage for big day in Orchard Park
'"It's been a topic of conversation in our community. And I know that our guys, as I've mentioned many times, are very proud of being in this community. I felt that, saw that during the storm. (Sabres center) Dylan Cozens stayed in his house without power. And when I asked him about it, he was like, 'Yeah, it's just what you do.' Very proud to be here in Buffalo."' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: A ‘moment of celebration’ all night long from Sabres sets stage for big day in Orchard Park
Brilliant outing by Rasmus Dahlin leads Sabres past Wild in OT: ‘He was a force’
'“He was a force,” Granato said. “… That was a special night by him. To watch that unfold was impressive.”' … [Read more...] about Brilliant outing by Rasmus Dahlin leads Sabres past Wild in OT: ‘He was a force’
Sunday's Minnesota Coverage
Wild stopped late in overtime, falling 6-5 at Buffalo (Minneapolis Star Tribune) Wild-Buffalo game recap (Minneapolis Star Tribune) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Minnesota Coverage
Dahlin, Olofsson help Sabres beat Wild 6-5 in OT
'It’s the third straight win in which the Sabres lost a lead and came back to get the victory in overtime.' … [Read more...] about Dahlin, Olofsson help Sabres beat Wild 6-5 in OT
Sabres pay tribute to Bills safety Damar Hamlin
'Fans throughout the crowd held up signs saying “DH3” with a heart in it or “Love For Damar” and were shown on the video board showing support for Hamlin. The pregame celebration saw the crowd, with many wearing Bills jerseys, rise to their feet, applauding and cheering for Hamlin.' … [Read more...] about Sabres pay tribute to Bills safety Damar Hamlin
Sabres win overtime thriller against Minnesota
'Dahlin's second goal of the game came with 2:24 left in regulation and tied the game 5-5 between the Sabres and Minnesota. The defenseman was able to unleash a slap shot from the half-wall and beat Fleury for his 12th goal of the year and fourth point of the night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres win overtime thriller against Minnesota
Olofsson, Dahlin score twice in Sabres 6-5 overtime win over Minnesota
'Under a minute left, Olofsson netted the game-winning goal to give Buffalo a 6-5 win in another overtime victory.' … [Read more...] about Olofsson, Dahlin score twice in Sabres 6-5 overtime win over Minnesota
Sabres rally to extend ‘goat head’ streak, after “moment of celebration” for Damar Hamlin
'Victor Olofsson buried his second goal of the night with 18 seconds left in overtime to cap the Sabres’ 6-5 comeback win against the Wild on Saturday night. In winning for the eight time in nine games, Buffalo remained unbeaten this season wearing its throwback uniforms, having scored six goals in each of the five home victories.' … [Read more...] about Sabres rally to extend ‘goat head’ streak, after “moment of celebration” for Damar Hamlin
Rasmus Dahlin’s 5-point game ties Sabres’ D-man record
'“He was a force,” Sabres coach Don Granato said before noting where fans can vote online for Dahlin to be an NHL All-Star. “There should be some clicks tonight because that was a special night by him. To watch that unfold was impressive.”' … [Read more...] about Rasmus Dahlin’s 5-point game ties Sabres’ D-man record
Sabres honor Damar Hamlin before 2nd consecutive sellout crowd
'The pregame “moment of celebration” drew a boisterous ovation from the capacity crowd of 19,070 at KeyBank Center. The third sellout in 19 home games this season marked the first time Buffalo has had consecutive sellouts in nearly four years.' … [Read more...] about Sabres honor Damar Hamlin before 2nd consecutive sellout crowd
Sabres hold moment of celebration for Damar Hamlin before Saturday night game
'Before the team's game on Saturday night, the Sabres held a moment of celebration for Hamlin, as he continues along his road to recovery.' … [Read more...] about Sabres hold moment of celebration for Damar Hamlin before Saturday night game
Dahlin's 5 points help Sabres rally past Wild in OT
'"I think their guy kind of lost an edge down there and it was a clear 3-on-2," Olofsson said. "Great play by 'Dahls' [Rasmus Dahlin] first to 'Krebsy,' and then he made a beautiful pass to me."' … [Read more...] about Dahlin’s 5 points help Sabres rally past Wild in OT
Zizing 'Em Up: Sabres coach Granato can relate to Hamlin-Bills situation
'During the 2019 preseason, Granato, then a Sabres assistant, felt under the weather and eventually wound up at Buffalo General Hospital, where it was discovered that a bacterial infection had entered his bloodstream, leading to pneumonia and, subsequently, respiratory failure. When doctors raced into his room at one point to put him under, "the doctor said to me, 'Listen … [Read more...] about Zizing ‘Em Up: Sabres coach Granato can relate to Hamlin-Bills situation
'This city's amazing' | Dahlin tallies 5 points in front of sellout crowd
'"We've had to prove to the fans that we're a competitive team," Dahlin said.' … [Read more...] about ‘This city’s amazing’ | Dahlin tallies 5 points in front of sellout crowd