Malone proves he can do it all as Amerks inch closer to punching their playoff ticket (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle) At 18, Sabres prospect Jiri Kulich having ‘remarkable’ season in Rochester (Olean Times Herald) Tyson Kozak quietly earning trust (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage
Archives for April 2023
It's full speed ahead with a stacked lineup as Sabres go on the prowl against Panthers
'The Sabres don't name their starting goaltenders in advance, but it's clear Levi is starting against the Panthers. He got his own net in practice Monday, while Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen and Eric Comrie shared the other and Craig Anderson remained off the ice due to injury.' … [Read more...] about It’s full speed ahead with a stacked lineup as Sabres go on the prowl against Panthers
Sabres Notebook: Mattias Samuelsson has big laugh at childhood interview on Flyers' jumbotron
'During a second-period television timeout, the Flyers aired a Christmastime interview with Coates dressed as Santa Claus interviewing some children – and one of them was a very young Samuelsson who calmly said "defense" when prompted by Coates what position he played in hockey and what he would want to play in the NHL.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Notebook: Mattias Samuelsson has big laugh at childhood interview on Flyers’ jumbotron
Sabres ready for most meaningful April game in 11 years; Devon Levi could start
'“It’s awesome,” center Tage Thompson said of the Sabres playing such an important late-season game. “That’s exactly what you want is to be playing meaningful games at this point in the season. We’ve been playing good hockey as of late, so I think it’s exciting times. That’d really all you can say about it is just exciting to be in this position."' … [Read more...] about Sabres ready for most meaningful April game in 11 years; Devon Levi could start
Sabres injury update: Tage Thompson practices, could play against Panthers
'“It just got to a point where it was hindering me too much to where I couldn’t really play my game and be effective,” Thompson said following Monday’s practice at KeyBank Center. “So I figured it was time to take some time and get healthy so we could be healthy for the last push here. I think it was probably a smart approach.”' … [Read more...] about Sabres injury update: Tage Thompson practices, could play against Panthers
Tuesday's Florida Coverage
Florida takes on Buffalo following Verhaeghe’s 4-goal showing (AP) Preview: Panthers ready for 'biggest game of the year' against Buffalo (FloridaPanthers.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Florida Coverage
Tage Thompson's health improving, as he returns to practice
'“I felt pretty good," said Thompson. "I feel like the last few days I’ve been making good strides, and today was a good test to get back out there and just get more battles, and try to feel it a little bit more. I think went pretty well.”' … [Read more...] about Tage Thompson’s health improving, as he returns to practice
Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Points surge revives Buffalo's playoff hopes
'While it may be too little, too late for this season, this is an important building block for the young core that Buffalo could have for years to come. They seem more prepared for the important games against tough opponents, take control of the games that are against weaker opponents, and overall seem more collected on the ice.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Sabres Week in Review: Points surge revives Buffalo’s playoff hopes
What needs to happen for the Sabres to make the playoffs?
'If the Sabres do hypothetically go 5-1-1, in order to jump into a wild card spot, it requires at least two of the teams ahead of them to lose a minimum of two games in regulation.' … [Read more...] about What needs to happen for the Sabres to make the playoffs?
Thompson looking to spark Sabres in crucial game against Panthers
'"He looked good in practice," Buffalo coach Don Granato said. "I'll have a conversation with him on the plane here, but I liked what I saw. … It's just one of those injuries that will impede your functioning until it resolves completely, and that could happen overnight. And today was a very good sign."' … [Read more...] about Thompson looking to spark Sabres in crucial game against Panthers
Thompson returns to practice after 3-game absence
'"As I've mentioned many times, when this thing resolves, it's going to completely resolve and until it resolves, it's going to impede him and what he needs to do," Granato said. "It's just one of those injuries that will impede your functioning until it resolves completely, and that could happen overnight. And today was a very good sign."' … [Read more...] about Thompson returns to practice after 3-game absence
Tuesday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks Week 25 Round-up (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Rochester Coverage
Even when it doesn't land on the scoresheet, Jack Quinn making his mark on Sabres' attack
'"He gives up size and strength, gives up the weight. So he has to battle harder than he's going to have to battle when he gains weight and strength," Granato said. "But as far as playing with maturity, it's incredible how he reads. He's been a key, key guy to have on our penalty kill ... doesn't feel pressure or anxiety in that situation like others do."' … [Read more...] about Even when it doesn’t land on the scoresheet, Jack Quinn making his mark on Sabres’ attack
Where Sabres stand in wild-card race and remaining schedules for contenders
'The top two teams make the playoffs. The Sabres are five points behind Pittsburgh for the second wild-card spot.' … [Read more...] about Where Sabres stand in wild-card race and remaining schedules for contenders
Hamilton: Levi's NHL debut explains Sabres decisions at trade deadline
'I hope nobody is giving up on Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen yet. These days in the NHL you need two goalies and Luukkonen has shown signs of improvement. He’s also been wildly inconsistent, but you don’t give up on a 24-year-old goalie that has only played 46 NHL games. Most of his numbers are below average, but he also gives his team a chance to win as he’s 17-11-4 this season. Yes, … [Read more...] about Hamilton: Levi’s NHL debut explains Sabres decisions at trade deadline