'"I think what it says is, psychologically, that doesn’t affect them," said coach Don Granato. "They’re competitive people. They believe in their own ability and their ability to rise and we’re gonna need guys to rise when players are absent, specifically the caliber of Tuch and Dahlin. We know those guys are incredible hockey players, but it doesn’t say a lot if you’re worried … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres flex their scoring depth with Dylan Cozens’ hat trick in win
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Mike Harrington: His team looks good, even without Alex Tuch. So what does Sabres GM Kevyn Adams do this week?
'Still, while it's a novel thing that the Sabres are actually in a position to be buyers instead of sellers or even tankers, let's not get crazy here. Adams isn't mortgaging the organization yet. You do that when you might be a Stanley Cup team, not a team trying to sneak into a second wild card to get rid of an organizational piano on the shoulders.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: His team looks good, even without Alex Tuch. So what does Sabres GM Kevyn Adams do this week?
With Alex Tuch, Rasmus Dahlin injured, Dylan Cozens dazzles in Sabres’ win
'A lot of things worked out well Sunday for the surging Sabres, who moved back into a playoff spot pending the outcome of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ game later Sunday, in their third straight win.' … [Read more...] about With Alex Tuch, Rasmus Dahlin injured, Dylan Cozens dazzles in Sabres’ win
Monday's Washington Coverage
Caps backslide in Buffalo, get blitzed by the young Sabres in a 7-4 loss (Washington Post) Capitals can't keep up in frustrating loss to Sabres (NBC Sports Washington) Caps’ aggression vs. Sabres costs them on defensive end (NBC Sports Washington) Capitals can’t keep up in frustrating, costly 7-4 loss to Sabres (WTOP-FM) Sabres Glide Past Caps, 7-4 … [Read more...] about Monday’s Washington Coverage
Dylan Cozens scores 3 in Sabres’ 7-4 rout of Capitals
'“I think everyone stepped up. We knew that was a big game,” Thompson said. “We have a group that’s really hungry in here to succeed. And I think everyone in here takes that to heart.”' … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens scores 3 in Sabres’ 7-4 rout of Capitals
Sabres place Tuch on IR; Dahlin ruled out against Capitals
'Without revealing the nature of the players’ injuries, Adams said Tuch does not require surgery and is projected to return before the end of the season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres place Tuch on IR; Dahlin ruled out against Capitals
Cozens helps lift Sabres to home win over Capitals
'It was a career game for Sabres center Dylan Cozens, who was able to pick up three of Buffalo's seven goals to help his team to snap a three-game home losing streak.' … [Read more...] about Cozens helps lift Sabres to home win over Capitals
Opinion: Cozens' hat-trick leads Sabres to third-straight win
'With his four-point game, Cozens snapped a three-game pointless streak. In his last eight games, he has six goals and three assists for nine points.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Cozens’ hat-trick leads Sabres to third-straight win
Cozens hat-trick helps lead Buffalo Sabres past Washington Capitals in high-scoring affair
'Call it the power of the red and black goathead jersey's but Buffalo found their stride in the second period.' … [Read more...] about Cozens hat-trick helps lead Buffalo Sabres past Washington Capitals in high-scoring affair
Dylan Cozens has hat trick, Tage Thompson scores 40th, Sabres strengthen playoff push with 3rd win in a row
'“At the beginning of the year we just wanted to focus on getting better each and every day. I think that’s still our main focus,” Thompson said after becoming the 14th player in franchise history to score 40 goals in a season during the Sabres’ 7-4 win against the Capitals on Sunday. “But now that we’ve got a taste for it, we are right there, I think it just makes that much … [Read more...] about Dylan Cozens has hat trick, Tage Thompson scores 40th, Sabres strengthen playoff push with 3rd win in a row
Cozens gets 1st NHL hat trick, helps Sabres pull away from Capitals
'"I think everyone stepped up," Thompson said. "We knew that was a big game. Those were important points for us. We have a group that's really hungry in here to succeed and I think everyone in here takes that to heart. I think we are confident with the group that we have, and we knew that we can win this game."' … [Read more...] about Cozens gets 1st NHL hat trick, helps Sabres pull away from Capitals
Tuch week to week, Dahlin day to day for Sabres with injuries
'"Where this is tricky is there's a range here," Adams said. "It's the longer side of week to week … but we're hopeful it will be on the shorter side."' … [Read more...] about Tuch week to week, Dahlin day to day for Sabres with injuries
Postgame Report | Cozens racks up 4 points in 7-4 win over Capitals
'"We had a big disappointment last time here," Granato said. "I know that the guys felt that. Again, this is a very competitive group."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Cozens racks up 4 points in 7-4 win over Capitals
Monday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks blowout Bruins to sweep weekend (Amerks.com) P-Bruins fall to Americans (ProvidenceBruins.com) … [Read more...] about Monday’s Rochester Coverage
Craig Anderson suddenly jumps to the top of Sabres' three-headed goalie, but how much can he play?
'Anderson's outburst against the Panthers suddenly gives him 70 saves on 72 shots the last two games. With 25 games to go, it begs the question of how many starts will be too many for him during the playoff push.' … [Read more...] about Craig Anderson suddenly jumps to the top of Sabres’ three-headed goalie, but how much can he play?