Buffalo visits Philadelphia after shootout victory (AP) Flyers-Sabres Preview: Fool’s Gold (WENJ-FM) 5 Things: Flyers vs. Sabres (PhiladelphiaFlyers.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Philadelphia Coverage
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Observations: Devon Levi wins stellar NHL debut behind Jeff Skinner's OT goal
'The crowd roared. Levi's family and friends celebrated. This was the type of moment he visualized long before his trade to the Sabres in July 2021 or his record-setting performance at the IIHF World Junior Championship.' … [Read more...] about Observations: Devon Levi wins stellar NHL debut behind Jeff Skinner’s OT goal
Mike Harrington: You can add Devon Levi to a special list of debuts for Sabres goalies
'Showcasing the precise technique that earned him the crease only a few weeks after leaving Northeastern University to turn pro, Devon Levi delivered a stellar debut and Jeff Skinner scored the winner in overtime to give the Sabres a 3-2 win.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: You can add Devon Levi to a special list of debuts for Sabres goalies
Rookie Devon Levi wows in NHL debut, backstops Sabres to OT win
'The Sabres portion of the bipartisan crowd of 18,009 at KeyBank Center, which cheered the youngster at every opportunity, loved it. A loud “Le-vi, Le-vi, Le-vi” chant quickly broke out after he preserved the 2-1 lead.' … [Read more...] about Rookie Devon Levi wows in NHL debut, backstops Sabres to OT win
Sabres’ Jack Quinn elevating game late in season, earning trust
'“When he gets size and strength, I see on video 10 to 15 times a game where he, next year, will literally just plow through the guy that actually got a piece of him and slowed him. He won’t be slowed.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Jack Quinn elevating game late in season, earning trust
Saturday's New York Coverage
Rangers rally to salvage a point but lack urgency in overtime loss to Sabres (New York Post) How Gerard Gallant could utilize Rangers’ goalies over final weeks (New York Post) Gerard Gallant's angry as Rangers fall in OT to Sabres and their rookie goaltender (Newsday) Ryan Lindgren sits out again, but Gerard Gallant confident of his return (Newsday) Postgame takeaways: Slow … [Read more...] about Saturday’s New York Coverage
Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers 3-2
'“I thought our guys would work hard to support (Levi) with it being his first night,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “I thought they did a nice job with that, allowing him to get into the game and into a feel of things. He was very good.”' … [Read more...] about Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers 3-2
Could the Buffalo Sabres go goalie shopping this summer?
'Handing Levi the starter's job for next season, however, would be a significant burden to place on his young shoulders. Fairburn believes Sabres GM Kevyn Adams must find a suitable short-term veteran option to pair with Levi instead of Comrie or Luukkonen.' … [Read more...] about Could the Buffalo Sabres go goalie shopping this summer?
Opinion: Levi sparkles in his NHL debut.
Sabres overtime winners in Levi's debut
'The Sabres made a strong offensive push to start the game and finally broke through Jaroslav Halak as Dylan Cozens found JJ Peterka at the side of the net to make it 1-0 at the 11:20 mark of the first period.' … [Read more...] about Sabres overtime winners in Levi’s debut
Devon Levi shines in Buffalo Sabres overtime win over New York Rangers
'New York took that little momentum to the third and scored the equalizer about mid way through the period. And much like Monday's game against Montreal, three periods would not be enough to decide this one. So everyone at the KeyBank Center got some free hockey as this game went overtime. It was there Jeff Skinner scored his 6th career overtime-winning goal. Giving Buffalo a … [Read more...] about Devon Levi shines in Buffalo Sabres overtime win over New York Rangers
Sabres win Devon Levi’s debut on Jeff Skinner’s OT goal
'Skinner spun around and pointed at Levi while the goal horn blared, making the 21-year-old goalie the center of attention as the crowd of 18,009 at KeyBank Center danced along to Skinner’s goal song, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres win Devon Levi’s debut on Jeff Skinner’s OT goal
Levi stops 31 in NHL debut, Sabres defeat Rangers in OT
'"It was a dream come true," Levi said. "I've dreamt of that moment my whole life. To have my family and friends here as well, who have been dreaming for this moment also their whole lives with me, it's just incredible to have that support. … The guys played a [heck] of a job in front of me, letting me see the puck and just letting me do my thing. The game went by fast. I was … [Read more...] about Levi stops 31 in NHL debut, Sabres defeat Rangers in OT
Postgame Report | Levi makes 31 saves in NHL debut as Sabres win in OT
'"Kevyn Adams and the rest of the staff, that was their vision, to get a group of not only unbelievable hockey players, but unbelievable people," Levi said. "Just having their support, it means the world to me. Being on a team that is that close is where you want to be, so I'm just super grateful to be here."' … [Read more...] about Postgame Report | Levi makes 31 saves in NHL debut as Sabres win in OT
Preparation, dedication and determination: Levi's journey to the NHL
'"I felt like I was ready coming out of college, that's why I left," he said. "I took the step coming out of college. It's a leap of faith. I was ready for that leap and I'm really excited."' … [Read more...] about Preparation, dedication and determination: Levi’s journey to the NHL