'Casey Mittelstadt scored the game-winning goal 1:18 into the extra period. Tage Thompson inched closer to the 50-goal plateau with his 47th marker of the season, and Henri Jokiharju and Victor Olofsson also scored. Jeff Skinner recorded three assists.' … [Read more...] about Anderson makes 30 saves in final NHL game to lead Sabres to victory
Archives for April 2023
'He embodies Buffalo' | Tuch wins 2023 Rick Martin Memorial Award
'"The entire City of Buffalo, you want to get as many people a part of our team as possible," Tuch said at the time. "I know that once we continue to build and progress this team is going to be selling out barns, playing in the playoffs down the road. We have high expectations for this group going forward. I think myself included, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to do as … [Read more...] about ‘He embodies Buffalo’ | Tuch wins 2023 Rick Martin Memorial Award
Sabres congratulate longtime employees on retirements
'Anderson and Nacov were recognized on MSG during the first intermission of the Sabres' game against the Ottawa Senators on Thursday.' … [Read more...] about Sabres congratulate longtime employees on retirements
Friday's Rochester Coverage
Amerks sign Metsa to two-year deal (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage
Sabres' Craig Anderson undecided about future but at peace in final days of 20th season
'“I haven't officially made any decisions,” Anderson told The Buffalo News, flashing a grin after the morning skate. “I'm at a different stage now than where I was. I mean, last year I battled injury, was able to get to some personal goals, 300 wins. Felt like I played a bunch last year where I was feeling good and competing at a high level. I felt like I still had some in the … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Craig Anderson undecided about future but at peace in final days of 20th season
Mike Harrington: Last call for this season's Sabres, the group that finally set the stage for franchise's future
'There's no hopelessness, as we saw too often coming out of the GM's office when Tim Murray and Jason Botterill were in charge. No feeling the coach is being outwitted, far too prevalent when Dan Bylsma, Phil Housley and Ralph Krueger futilely tried to run the bench.' … [Read more...] about Mike Harrington: Last call for this season’s Sabres, the group that finally set the stage for franchise’s future
Popular Sabres goalie Craig Anderson could be nearing retirement
'Thursday against the Ottawa Senators at KeyBank Center, Anderson, 41, could play his 709th and final NHL game. While an upper-body has sidelined him the last 10 contests, he has been working his way back and is expected to start the Sabres’ home finale.' … [Read more...] about Popular Sabres goalie Craig Anderson could be nearing retirement
Thursday's Ottawa Coverage
Senators take on the Sabres following Giroux’s 2-goal game (AP) Game Day Five: Senators at Sabres, Apr. 13 (OttawaSenators.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Ottawa Coverage
Okposo: 2022-23 Sabres season 'first time in a while we've become a team'
'"I’m extremely proud to be a part of this group." said Okposo following Tuesday's loss in New Jersey. "To see how far we’ve come, we’ve become a team."' … [Read more...] about Okposo: 2022-23 Sabres season ‘first time in a while we’ve become a team’
Sabres eliminated, done in by losing streaks, inconsistency in goal
'This season, Buffalo went with 41-year-old veteran Craig Anderson along with prospect Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, 24, and Eric Comrie, 27, who had entered the season with only 28 career NHL games; it didn't work out as well as the Sabres had hoped. Comrie was injured twice and lost the starting job to Luukkonen, who is 17-11-4 with a 3.61 goals against average and .892 save … [Read more...] about Sabres eliminated, done in by losing streaks, inconsistency in goal
Observations: Sabres officially eliminated from playoff contention with 6-2 loss
'“We got through so many ups and downs, but we stuck together,” Dahlin added. “We always come back stronger. We have taken the next step, for sure. A huge step and we are going to be a winning organization. ... We know we can beat any team in this league. Everyone gets older and we’re gonna have a bright future.”' … [Read more...] about Observations: Sabres officially eliminated from playoff contention with 6-2 loss
Wednesday's New Jersey Coverage
Devils tie biggest single-season turnaround in NHL history (Newark Star Ledger) Jack Hughes breaks Devils’ single-season points record (SportsNet New York) Hughes Sets Franchise Single Season Point Record in Win | Game Story (NewJerseyDevils.com) Family Affair | Feature (NewJerseyDevils.com) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s New Jersey Coverage
Devils clinch home ice for playoffs; end Sabres hopes
'“Yeah, honestly, it’s pretty empty,” he said. “I didn’t know I was going to feel like this. But, you know, it is what it is. But the boys have fought hard and now we know what we’re capable of. We played in a couple months or so, but a little too late.”' … [Read more...] about Devils clinch home ice for playoffs; end Sabres hopes
Sabres' playoff hopes dashed as drought hits 12 seasons
'"Honestly, it's pretty empty," Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin said being out of the playoffs again. "I didn't know I was going to feel like this. But, you know, it is what it is. But the boys have fought hard and now we know what we're capable of. We played in a couple months or so, but a little too late."' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ playoff hopes dashed as drought hits 12 seasons
Sabres eliminated from playoff contention in New Jersey
'Buffalo got a second goal to make it interesting in the late goings of regulation, and it came from an unlikely source. After circling the net looking for a partner, Tuch found Mattias Samuelsson for the defenseman's second goal of a strong season.' … [Read more...] about Sabres eliminated from playoff contention in New Jersey