'"That next generation of players coming into our organization. Some who are here now, and the youngest guys in our lineup, all look up to Dylan," Granato added.' … [Read more...] about Rising Sabres star Dylan Cozens and the city of Buffalo blend together for perfect fit
Archives for February 2023
Sabres recover, defeat Lightning on short-handed OT goal
'"I just saw a straight line and wanted to go as fast as possible," Lyubushkin said. "I saw I had a little bit of time, not a lot, and I just tried to shoot.' … [Read more...] about Sabres recover, defeat Lightning on short-handed OT goal
Postgame Report | Lyubushkin becomes unlikely hero in 6-5 overtime win
'But make no mistake: This was the Ilya Lyubushkin game. The hardnosed, defensive defenseman scored his first goal as a member of the Sabres on a shorthanded breakaway 1:41 into overtime, providing the final twist in a back-and-forth win against an opponent that had only lost one home game since December 6.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Lyubushkin becomes unlikely hero in 6-5 overtime win
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Performance in World Juniors gave Jiri Kulich a great foundation to build on (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Mike Harrington: Daunting Florida trip is next as Sabres try to emerge from February funk
'Still, facts need to be faced. The 6-3 beatdown the Sabres endured was the most embarrassing performance they have had under Don Granato since he took over as interim coach and dealt with the tail end of an 18-game losing streak in 2021.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Daunting Florida trip is next as Sabres try to emerge from February funk
After pulling Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Sabres could utilize other goalies
'Granato prefaced his postgame comments by saying, “This was not on UPL.” The Sabres clearly hung him out to dry. Still, it can be argued he looked wonky on the Leafs’ third and fourth goals, especially Michael Bunting’s tally from the left circle, the final shot he faced.' … [Read more...] about After pulling Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Sabres could utilize other goalies
Thursday's Tampa Bay Coverage
Lightning play the Sabres in division play (AP) Nuts & Bolts: Division matchup against the Sabres up next (TampaBayLightning.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Tampa Bay Coverage
Thursday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks gearing up for busiest stretch of the season (Amerks.com) Appert: "It's Michael Houser, so you know he's going to be sharp" (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage
Observations: Another brutal stretch of play dooms Sabres in loss to Maple Leafs
'Rather than gaining ground in the playoff chase, the Sabres saw their two-game win streak snapped because of turnovers, poor defensive play and a glaring mistake by Luukkonen when he was beaten by Michael Bunting’s short-side shot for the Maple Leafs’ fourth goal in a span of 8:18.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Another brutal stretch of play dooms Sabres in loss to Maple Leafs
Mike Harrington: A total mismatch of a first period took all the vigor out of Sabres-Leafs rivalry renewal
'It was one team you can tell is bent on snapping its first-round malaise on the road to a Stanley Cup. And another that has had lots of good moments this year coming up woefully small in a big spotlight.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: A total mismatch of a first period took all the vigor out of Sabres-Leafs rivalry renewal
Ryan O'Reilly gets a chance to see Sabres-Leafs rivalry from a different side
'On the Sabres improvement: "It's very different, for sure. It's a very exciting team. You see the dynamic, the way they create the speed, too. They're generating stuff so much that it's a little different. There's tons of talent and speed, and they use it very well."' … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Reilly gets a chance to see Sabres-Leafs rivalry from a different side
Maple Leafs throttle Sabres early in victory: ‘Horrendous start’
'“Horrendous start,” Sabres winger Alex Tuch said. “Back on our heels, just mistakes, and that’s … an offensive super team. They’ve got a lot of star power over there. You’re going to make defensive mistakes, you’re going to allow time and space, they’re going to capitalize on it.”' … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs throttle Sabres early in victory: ‘Horrendous start’
Ryan O’Reilly happy with Maple Leafs, impressed by Tage Thompson, Sabres
'“Tage has been, this year, unbelievable,” O’Reilly said. “I feel like every time you turn on the TV it’s another highlight reel, something he’s doing. Even today, watching video of how skilled he is and dynamic he is, it’s very tough to play against him. I think, yeah, the trade has definitely worked out for both sides.”' … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Reilly happy with Maple Leafs, impressed by Tage Thompson, Sabres
Wednesday's Toronto Coverage
O'Reilly hat trick, Marner's five assists too much for Sabres in Maple Leafs victory (Toronto Sun) Acciari values off-ice assist from wife following trade to Maple Leafs ... O'Reilly's smarts a factor (Toronto Sun) Ryan O’Reilly nets hat-trick as Leafs’ new-look second line breaks out in a big way (Toronto Star) ‘Gave me a chill’: Ryan O’Reilly’s line erupts for 13 points in … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Toronto Coverage
New addition O’Reilly sparks Leafs in 6-3 win over Sabres
'“We got to forget about this one. Yup, we can’t play like that in the first 10 minutes,” said Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, who was also bothered by seeing so many Maple Leafs fans celebrating O’Reilly’s third goal by littering the ice with hats.' … [Read more...] about New addition O’Reilly sparks Leafs in 6-3 win over Sabres