'“Yeah, that’s not right on Dahls’ part, period,” said Sabres coach Don Granato. “Simple. I think we all know that. … You don’t put yourself or your team in that position. He knows it. He’ll learn from it. Not a good play.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Rasmus Dahlin unhappy about his penalty, performance in OT loss
Archives for January 18, 2023
Why the Sabres are willing to trade veteran winger Vinnie Hinostroza
'The Sabres don’t want to waive another player to continue to carry goalies Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Eric Comrie and Craig Anderson on the roster. The Florida Panthers claimed defenseman Casey Fitzgerald last week. Trading Hinostroza would clear the log jam at forward and help Adams add another draft pick. Adams also wants to do right by Hinostroza, who was eager to return to … [Read more...] about Why the Sabres are willing to trade veteran winger Vinnie Hinostroza
Sabres name COO to handle business operations
'For months the Sabres have gone without the presence of Kim Pegula as team president since she suffered a serious illness and was hospitalized in October due to “unexpected health issues.” However, a spokesperson for the Sabres said Tuesday that the hire of Roth has “nothing to do” with Kim Pegula's health or her absence from PSE affairs.' … [Read more...] about Sabres name COO to handle business operations
Wednesday's Chicago Coverage
Recapping the Chicago Blackhawks: Seth Jones makes history with his flashy finish in a 4-3 overtime win (Chicago Tribune) Blackhawks, led by Seth Jones, rally past Sabres in overtime (Chicago Sun Times) Jones' OT goal caps off furious Blackhawks comeback (Arlington Heights Daily Herald) Kurashev leads the way for Hawks in OT win over Sabres (NBC Sports Chicago) 10 … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Chicago Coverage
Seth Jones rallies Blackhawks past Sabres 4-3 in overtime
'Buffalo (21-19-3) lost for the fifth time in six games. Tage Thompson, Victor Olofsson and Peyton Krebs scored for the Sabres, and Craig Anderson stopped 22 shots.' … [Read more...] about Seth Jones rallies Blackhawks past Sabres 4-3 in overtime
Sabres, Pegula Sports & Entertainment hire Roth as COO
'Co-owner Terry Pegula announced Roth’s appointment Tuesday. Wife Kim Pegula remains president of the Sabres and the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, while still recovering recovering from what her family described as unexpected health issues that led to her being hospitalized in June.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, Pegula Sports & Entertainment hire Roth as COO
Sabres lose third period lead, fall in overtime to Chicago
'Despite taking a 3-1 lead into the third period of play, the Buffalo Sabres allowed three unanswered goals and lost, 4-3, to the Chicago Blackhawks in overtime at the United Center on Tuesday night.' … [Read more...] about Sabres lose third period lead, fall in overtime to Chicago
Opinion: Sabres blow two-goal third period lead, lose in overtime to NHL's worst team
'They gave up the first goal doing what they do way too much, being 100% oblivious to defensemen coming through the slot free to score. Again, five Sabres players were facing their goalie with no clue that Connor Murphy had activated.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres blow two-goal third period lead, lose in overtime to NHL’s worst team
Granato: We've got to learn how to play with less energy
'“The grind of it when you’re not going to feel good physically playing any of these games anymore, it’s just too many games in too short of time to feel good and to feel like you have mass amounts of energy,” Granato said.' … [Read more...] about Granato: We’ve got to learn how to play with less energy
Sabres have new Chief Operating Officer
'Owner Kim Pegula is President of both entities, but after, what was called, “unexpected health issues,” she hasn’t been able to perform her duties. The Pegula’s have chosen not to comment too much on how she is, with the last update came in early November.' … [Read more...] about Sabres have new Chief Operating Officer
John Roth named Chief Operating Officer of Pegula Sports & Entertainment and Buffalo Sabres
'The Sabres said he will assume day-to-day leadership of the PSE offices and the business side of the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about John Roth named Chief Operating Officer of Pegula Sports & Entertainment and Buffalo Sabres
S. Jones scores twice, Blackhawks rally for OT victory against Sabres
'"Obviously that one stinks," Buffalo forward Tyson Jost said. "We'll go over it and figure out what needs to be better. I thought we did a lot of good things. We just [got] a little bit away from our game. That one stinks, for sure."' … [Read more...] about S. Jones scores twice, Blackhawks rally for OT victory against Sabres
Postgame Report | Sabres pick up point in overtime loss to Chicago
'"We obviously had more chances," Sabres coach Don Granato said. "Just didn't bear down and allowed that game to remain close."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Sabres pick up point in overtime loss to Chicago
Sabres, PSE name John Roth Chief Operating Officer
'Roth brings a vast wealth of knowledge and business experience to the organization after working at Fidelity Investments for the past 24 years. Reporting into ownership, he will assume day-to-day leadership of the PSE offices and business side of the Sabres.' … [Read more...] about Sabres, PSE name John Roth Chief Operating Officer
Levi embracing adversity at Northeastern
'Last season, he won the Mike Richter Award as the best goaltender in college hockey and was a Top 10 finalist for the Hobey Baker. Levi has continued to be a large part of Northeastern's success this year. The Huskies are currently 10-9-3 on the year, but have improved their play as of late, due in large part to the contributions of their netminder.' … [Read more...] about Levi embracing adversity at Northeastern