'Buffalo had the early chances in overtime but a power-play opportunity for the Canadiens put the pressure on the Sabres defense. But Rasmus Dahlin rose to the occasion to keep Montreal off the scoreboard. So after 65 minutes of play this contest had to end in shootout.' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Canadiens in lengthy shootout at KeyBank Center
Archives for March 28, 2023
Sabres let point slip away in shootout loss
'The narrow space between winning and losing cost the Sabres a crucial point in the closing stretch of the playoff race.' … [Read more...] about Sabres let point slip away in shootout loss
NHL Pride Night controversy: Lyubushkin sits out, fears Russian retribution
'Lyubushkin is citing an anti-gay Kremlin law and fears of retribution at home in Russia for electing not to participate in the Buffalo Sabres’ pregame warmup on the team’s Pride night, when players are expected to wear rainbow-colored jerseys in support of the LGBTQ+ community.' … [Read more...] about NHL Pride Night controversy: Lyubushkin sits out, fears Russian retribution
Sabres fall to Canadiens in shootout, gain in wild card race
'"We battle hard every single night," Comrie said. "I respect the [heck] out of these guys. They work hard every single night. They truly give it their all. I love playing for these guys. It's unfortunate. That's a tough one to swallow tonight. That's a really tough pill to swallow."' … [Read more...] about Sabres fall to Canadiens in shootout, gain in wild card race
Postgame Report | Rousek records 2 points in NHL debut against Montreal
'Eric Comrie made his second-straight start for the Sabres, stopping 36 pucks, including a number of key saves in the second period and overtime. A six-round shootout ensued with Michael Pezzetta spoiling what could have been the sweetest NHL debut for Rousek.' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Rousek records 2 points in NHL debut against Montreal
'I thank him a lot' | Kulich celebrates as Rousek scores in NHL debut
'When Kulich received word Monday afternoon that Rousek would make his NHL debut later that night against the Montreal Canadiens, he didn't hesitate. Kulich made the hour-plus drive down the I-90 from Rochester to Buffalo and was in the KeyBank Center for puck drop.' … [Read more...] about ‘I thank him a lot’ | Kulich celebrates as Rousek scores in NHL debut
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks' singing goalie helping team in push for playoff bid (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) Amerks agree to terms with Jandric on multi-year American Hockey League deal (Amerks.com) Amerks Week 24 round-up (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage